-Brooke decided that it was a good idea to wake up way earlier than normal this morning. Instead of starting the day and being productive I took her to my bed to attempt to get a little bit more sleep. Didn’t happen obviously.
-Loved getting this AWESOME advice from a really good friend.
-And THIS song is my latest ‘play on repeat all day’ song.
-The look that Brooke gave me when I told her she needed to get out of the massage chair because we needed to leave. We ended up staying another 10 minutes.
-The muscle groups that we worked on fixing/activating/making stronger when I went in to Dr. Bennett (801-513-1078) this morning… I am feeling stronger than ever. I am seeing huge improvements with the different muscular endurance tests that we do each week and it has only been 2 months since I started. Once I get everything working properly then I can start trying to get some speed back:)
-Jess (my trail running/froyo/bachelor watching partner) had surgery yesterday on her meniscus and they also lengthened her outside tendon while they were in there. It breaks my heart. I’ll be over every day to give her foot massages and feed her chocolate. Pray for a speedy recovery for her!
–31 Dog Reactions For Everyday Situations. Enjoy.
-I wanted to get in a strength workout today and the only time/place that I could get it in was a little session at the park while Brooke was playing:
*10 tricep dips
*10 walking lunges (10 on each side)
*10 Hot Seats (10 on each side)
*10 bench pushups
*10 bench step-ups (10 on each side)
Repeat 5 times!
-Brooke did some killer ab exercises:
-And the only running I did today was chasing some birds (or chirp chirps= what Brooke calls birds) around the park.
-And each day I get a little bit lazier with what I make for lunch. This chicken is actually pretty good when heated up, topped with bbq sauce and wrapped in a ginromous tortilla.
-Nailed it:
—————————————————————————
I WANT TO HEAR SOME OF YOUR WEDNESDAY RANDOMS PLEASE!!!
62 comments
MJ
The Some-Ecard…my life!!!
Random Wednesday: I’m eating crunchy cookie butter with a spoon.
Did you get into Boston?!?!
The Hungry Runner Girl
YEP!!! Are you going!?!
Can I come over for cookie butter??? That sounds so good right now!
Amanda @ Slimplify Life
RANDOM WEDNESDAY-NESS: SCANDAL COMES BACK TOMORROW….okay so that is technically for tomorrow, but whatever, I am excited about it today!!!
The Hungry Runner Girl
I haven’t seen Scandal… do you think I would like it (since you know me over the internet I am sure you know whether or not I would like a tv show;)
Christa @ Living Unbalanced
That dog article made my day.
Wednesday random: I got off work early, came home and got directly into bed with chocolate and Mindy Project. Score.
The Hungry Runner Girl
I think we would be really good friends in real life. Sounds like the perfect afternoon to me!
mary @ minutes per mile
isn’t the first episode of season 3 so good?!! mindy + danny forever
Kris @ Canadian Girl Runs.
My parents just got back from three and a half weeks in Europe and they brought me chocolate from each country they visited… THE BEST GIFT EVER. Yum!
The Hungry Runner Girl
I am so beyond jealous right now:) That really is the best gift ever. ENJOY!
Michelle @ A Healthy Mrs
Sending positive thoughts to your friend for a speedy recovery!
The Hungry Runner Girl
Thanks Michelle! I hope you are having a great day!
Doni @ California Footwear Co.
First time in forever that the majority of the family can get together for dinner tonight! Woot!
Nessa @ Ness Runs
Oh Brooke is so adorable! Today was a pretty exciting day running wise – I finally joined a running club! I’ve always ran alone until now and it’s so exciting meeting people who are as obsessed with running as I am :)
Sally @ sweat out the small stuff
Speedy recovery to Jess!!!
Ingrid michaleson is from my hometown. Love her music. Especially that new single.
Random for Wednesday is I am experiencing vertigo for the first time in my life. I feel like I am on a cruise ship at sea during a hurricane. It’s bizarre.
Ashley @ KickAshMom.com
Random Wednesday, I was a tiny bit upset about gaining weight (I’m almost 30.weeks pregnant) and making and eating fudge cookies and homemade granola completely made those feelings go away somehow.
I can’t wait to watch you training for Boston. I’ll get there one day!
Leslie @ Life Begins at 30?
Brooke’s face is the funniest thing that I have seen all day. She did NOT want to get out of that massage chair. Totally adorable!! The runner post about stopping running until an injury heals made me laugh too.
Traci
Random Wednesday – Last night while watching NCIS New Orleans discovered that Scott Bakula is not in fact Balki from Perfect Strangers which I’m sure you have no idea about because you weren’t born when that show was on & today I was confused because I thought Will Ferrell was going to be on the new season of True Detective when in fact it’s Colin Ferrell…….
tess
I am laughing so hard right now. Love that.
Also…I have been wondering when NCIS New Orleans would be on and now I’m sad I missed it.
Jackie @ The West Coast Eclectic
My randomness for the day: just found out I got into BOSTON for the first time ever! Decided to congratulate myself with a new fall lipstick from Sephora :)
Irina
I like the cross-training that Brook does…I think we should all follow her lead :)
And that quote, completely nailed it!
Megan @ The Skinny-Life
That e-card is hilarious! Reminds me of myself during my entire injury. It’s not hurting enough to stop, really people! I hope your friend recovers quickly. I feel her pain. :(
Rae
That pic of Brooke is hilarious! Random: I have a huge bag of coins. I recently found a convenience store that has a pay-on-you-own machine that accepts coins, and paid for a purchase today in coins. A lot of them. Afterward, I felt like one of those extreme couponers based on the expressions of some of the workers even though I didn’t save any cash.
Liz @ Carpe Diem and Run
I love that Brooke calls birds “chirp chirps” – that is so stinking cute!
Caroline
Wednesday Random: I have the same shorts you wore to the park today. And just about every other color/pattern they make…don’t even get me started on my collection of lulu running skirts, please!
Rachel @ Blonde with a Chanse
First of all I LOVE your shirts and your jacket! Today my daughter took a 2.5 hour nap (which never happens!) and I enjoyed doing absolutely nothing during that time :) Just what I needed ;)
Linda @ Fit Fed and Happy
Is chicken breast in a can good? I buy fresh chicken breast and only canned tuna.
WHATS REALLY GOOD WAS MY SLEEP ON SUBDAY! I SLEPT FOR LIKE 11 HOURS HOLEY MOLEY!
tess
So I was going to comment on Janae using chicken breast in a can but now I have a reason to. If the Kirkland stuff is better, I’ll be surprised. I’ve never used chicken in a can before until a few weeks ago and oh man. I may never recover. I bought a really nice brand and it was not…good.
That’s really all I have to say about that. Except I might need therapy from the chicken incident of 2014.
Laura@twinsontherun
Random: today is my husbands bday and we tried to take our kids out to do something fun. They were whiny and crying all day so it turned out miserable! We’re going out tonight without the kids :)
Jennifer
Excited that Nashville comes back on tv tonight!
Randomly had a 10k pr in the middle of my 10 miler this morning!
Christina
Random: my sons teacher conference went very well. Times like this when my heart feels like it’s swelling:) got up early and did treadmill slowing getting strong again after being sick.
Jenn P
Swapped a productive day in the gym for a productive afternoon at work. Now splurging on my favorite hole-in-the-wall Chinese.
michelle kim
Love what your friend had to say about running! I think a lot of runners need to be reminded of that :)
april
i love that brooke calls birds “chirp chirps.” she’s so precious!
ahh i hope your running buddy heals quickly. sending prayers her way :)
random: i’m really looking forward to making mahi mahi for dinner with my dad tonight.
Daisy @ Fit Wanderlust Runner
Had to work today…currently at work and I am having a fantastic day. Great coworkers, great conversations. Makes 12.5 hours go by super fast.
Amy @ Life to the Full
I need to remember that for my next race —> I run because I love it!
Great strength workout. I love your shorts!!!
Natalie @ Never Serious Blog
Haha that e-card! Really though!
Love Brooke’s expression – her face shows all of her personality!
cheryl
Praying for a speedy recovery for Jess!
My experience is that once my kids were awake…forget about sleep!
I want a massage chair too–maybe in my car??
Flower
I need those shorts you have on at the playground. Where can I find them? Please dish.
Oh, and sending positive healing thoughts to Jess. I think you should take her TJ’s chocolate Covered Smores. They seriously speed recovery or so I’ve heard…
Victoria@MyBrightPinkRunners
Today was an amazing day because it was hat day at school. The one (or two) times a year I don’t have to worry about how my hair looks!
I hope Jess’ leg gets better soon.
Megan D
ummm park work out without me?? I feel like I was stood up! ;)
Brooke is the freakin cutest. I would never be able to say no to her with that sad face. P.S. She looks soooo much like you and your niece in that picture.
Random Wednesday – I just finished watching last nights The Mindy Project while feeding Felicity and Danny’s mom’s friend (got that?) was on a few episodes of Roswell. Recognized that right away. Is it really sad or awesome that I still remember so much useless information about that show? lol.
LeAnne @ This is my faster!
Wed random…Excited that the Blacklist is back on!!!!
Becky @ Ok, so here's the plan
Random things – I have 4 days left at a job I kind of hate – so excited to be done!
Also – the boyfriend brought home Pumpkin Spice Oreos. We haven’t tried them yet, but I’m pretty excited.
Carson
That ecard is the story of my life!
Erica
Just had a cereal suicide and we can it that because of your blog.
Erica
Just had a cereal suicide and we call it that because of your blog.
Livi @ Eat, Pray, Work It Out
I love some Ingrid Michaelson!
Tricia
I use that chicken too! I know people think canned chicken is gross but it’s actually pretty good! Also, I love that Brooke calls birds chirp chirps! So cute!
Kellye
I have been listening to Spits on Girls by Amy Shark on repeat…check it out!!
MILF Runner
Wednesday Random: went climbing for the first time in about a year today. I lasted about 15 minutes because I’m so dreadfully weak. 3 easy easy easy routes and my muscles were toast. Nowhere to go but up :)
Nicole
Aww Brooke is so adorable. I love her headband!
-Nicole
http://www.lungesandlace.com
Lindsay
Yikes!! My eyes cannot un-see the music video for ‘Girls Chase Boys’!
Michele @ paleorunningmomma
Love your friend’s advice! I’ll have to remember that for my marathon.
Ashley @ Saving Money in your Twenties
oh my gosh- I used to get that chicken! Totally forgot about that stuff. It makes some awesome chicken salad!
Jessica
You should try the chicken/carrot/cheese soup recipe that comes with the costco canned chicken, it is SO GOOD!
Randi
Sending many prayers for your friend! I hope her pain is manageable and her recovery is quick! I’ve never had knee surgery, but I have had shoulder surgery…I have found that athletes (especially runners) heal fast and are very motivated to get moving as quickly as possible, which if done right, can really speed up recovery. Best of luck and you’re a great friend for offering foot massages, chocolate eating, and tv watching with her :)
Kay
Sending good recovery vibes to your friend!!
Meaghan
There’s always time for fro-yo!
Congrats on getting into Boston! I’ve run it twice- it’s the best day!
http://nyviewsnikeshoes.com
Christy
I love your shorts! Who makes them? and congrats on getting into Boston! The BEST race ever! My hubs got in so I’ll be there! Let’s organize a meet up!
Bri
I love these photos of you and Brooke at the park! And her little face in the massage chair! So cute :)
Wednesday random (on a Thursday!): Tuesday was the first day of fall, and even though it was beautifully chilly out, I was craving iced coffee instead of hot–who am I?
Have a lovely day!
Angie
Where do you get Brooke’s adorable head bands? If my daughter ever manages to leave an accessory in her hair, I’d like it to be that little wrap. :)
Kristina @ Blog About Running
Awesome advice from your friend! I will definitely have to remember that. While I think I am super prepared for my first marathon, I have a feeling somewhere after mile 20 I am going to need some serious reminders about WHY I am running 26.2 miles!
Random: I am on vacation in Paris right now and at The Louvre today I saw the statue of the guy who collapsed after running the first “marathon” and got a little too excited :) Funny enough when I saw the statue I thought, “that guy looks tired, I bet he was a runner” and then I saw the sign about who it was! :) The person who sculpted him did a perfect job on his facial expression!
Lori Connors
Love your shorts! Black and white combo is awesome!