Yesterday I got to run with a guy that ran a 2:40 marathon at Boston a few years back. I am pretty sure for the majority of the 8 miles of running together I quizzed him on every question I could think of about Boston and training. Talking about it all with him made me even more excited and ready to bust a move in 9 days.
8 miles @ 7:25 pace… It was ridiculously windy in the canyon and I think we were the only ones out to brave the wind.
Spring Break has been in full force in Utah and so we went (along with the rest of the state) to the Hogle Zoo for some animal watching.
Brooke loved the seals.
As we were leaving I asked her what her favorite animal was that she saw at the zoo and she told me that the ladybug was her #1. Not the lions, tigers and bears… the ladybug.
I am guessing she is talking about the ladybug from the carousel.
Anytime we are in SLC we have to stop at Trader Joe’s. Brooke fell asleep in my arms as I strolled up and down the aisles drooling over everything and getting some of our favorites. She stayed asleep the entire time and my right arm must have gained about 1 lb of muscle from carrying her the entire time.
I am so mad I didn’t see this before checking out because I totally would have picked it up. I LOVE the partially popped kernels in my bags of popcorn so this must be incredible.
Our other mandatory stop when up north is to Jason’s Deli. The highlights of the salad bar included the caprese salad, roasted garlic hummus and the chocolate pudding in the back.
But the real reason we go to Jason’s Deli—> free ice cream with your meal. As much as you want. And it is the perfect consistency and flavor.
As soon as we got home my throat, body and head started hurting. Looks like between my foot last weekend and a fun little virus now my body is yelling at me to rest so I will. Instead of 10 miles this morning we will be watching movies all day.
Enjoy your Saturday and cross your fingers that Coldeez and laziness work some miracles fast;)
58 comments
Molly Rose
feel better, my friend! a day full of movies and being horizontal on the couch is prob the best remedy, just saying.
running in the wind is terrible!! I think I’d prefer just about any other weather condition. So way to stick it through!
Will
Trader Joes is my favorite place ever!!!! I always spend a little bit too much money whenever I go in there ;) their turkey burgers and almond butter are heavenly.
I hope you feel better!! Take care of yourself; remember to drink lots of water!!!
Linda @running4two
Rest up and feel better soon! Eat some ice cream, it will help your throat. ☺️
Sarah @ SarahRuns26
I am betting you will feel 100% by the end of the weekend! I always end up feeling sick or feel like I have an injury pop up right before a race. Usually it is something very minor that is just a great reminder for me to rest!
I love TJs! I wish I had one closer to us so we could go more often! Have a great weekend!
Elena
feel better! So smart of you to rest :)
I need to get over to TJs – we have one not too far but Sprouts is super close so I usually go there but I”m missing some of my TJ favorites!
Michele @ paleorunningmomma
Feel better! Better now than next week.
Molly @ Motherhood and Marathons
I hope you feel better soon! Get some rest!!
Natalie
Rest, rest, rest! You are doing the right thing. Sending you good vibes for quick healing.
Have fun watching movies! :)
Laura
Oh no, rest up! These spring colds have been no joke this year, I hope you can kick it to the curb.
Monica
Oh no! I hope you feel better! Rest up today for sure and lots of fluids!
Must try that partially popcorn as well!
I love that picture of Brooke at the ice cream machine-like she’s just waiting for her cone to magically fill :)
Laur
I recommend Orphan Black on Netflix!!!
Susan
Resting your body will do you a ton of good right now — feel better soon & enjoy a lazy movie day.
Erica
Enjoy your rest.
Full report on movies, and treats next post?
Livi @ Eat, Pray, Work It Out
Feel better soon!!
Kim @ RunningLife&Chocolate
The crazy strong wind we have had here has kept me on the treadmill more days than I’d like to count…although I’ve braved it a couple of times and glad I did. I feel like it’s those days where you feel more tired but stronger. Salad was my meal of choice yester day…for lunch (at the park) AND dinner (after my run). I’d be worried about those popcorn kernels doing a number on my teeth…then is have to answer to my sister when I went for her to clean my teeth! I can’t wait to watch Boston and then read your review!!!
meredith @ The Cookie ChRUNicles
Hope you feel better real quick! I am always reading about Jason’s Deli – it looks like such a good food time, I gotta find the closest one to NY and make it a point to go there!
Kristina @ Blog About Running
Rest up! You’ve already put the hard work in, now it’s time to get your body right for the big day!!! I’m so excited for you. Boson will be here in no time! :)
I haven’t been to a Jason’s in forever, but that little ice cream cone at the end is such a nice treat!
Jessica @ VEGGIE RUNNING MOMMA
The ladybug. Haha. Kids are so darn cute. And heavy.! I hate holding my daughter for too long, feels like my arm is going to fall off
Hope you feel better reallll soon. Boston will be here in no time :)
Laura @ This Runner's Recipes
Feel better soon! Lots of rest and Netflix :)
Daisy @ Fit Wanderlust Runner
Get some rest! I am sure you’ll feel better after some quality rest. :)
Bridget
Take some zinc! It seriously kicks a cold in the butt!
Emily
Man you’re brave running with someone that’s so fast!!! ;-) I hope the last week? or so before the marathon goes well, and that you have an awesome time in Boston!
Caitlin
Enjoy your rest and feel better soon. I am running Boston as well and came down with a stomach bug yesterday so I will be resting up today as well. Utah seems to have some of the best places to eat – I miss froyo so much all the places around me close for the winter!
Nona @ RunningHigh
Feel better! Allergies are in full force over here and I’ve been living in a fog for a while. Hope you’re able to kick the bug quick!
Kristen @ Glitter and Dust
I think a cold is your body’s way of forcing you to get some rest. You are smart for taking a day off and watching movies. Sounds like a great day to me! :) Feel better soon. What did your friend have to say about Boston? What kind of questions did you ask?
Tedi @ Running With Infertility
Feel better! Allergies are kicking my butt right now! And a guy at work said his wife had strep! :S
Any good movies you are going to watch? One that I HIGHLY recommend, is Charade, with Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. So good!
Erin @ Erin's Inside Job
Hope you feel better! Rest is good…you don’t want anything happening before the race!
That’s cool about your running partner; I bet he had lots of good info for you. Have a great weekend!!
Lisa @ TechChick Adventures
Hope that rest takes care of it! Down to the last week, don’t need that now!
Ladybugs are pretty cool. Except for those imposters (Asian beetles) that are hanging out in my house. Enough of those!
Enjoy some rest time :)
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul
I love TJs! I hope you feel better soon!
Danica @ It's Progression
Hoping you feel better SOON!
Jillian
Partially popped popcorn?!?! Oh my gosh, I need that right now. Between that and pre-shelled pistachios… Genius.
Kelly in Canada
Feel better!!! If you haven’t already watched Parks and Rec on Netflix, it’s awesome!
Sarah
A 2:40 marathoner? Wow!!!! For me that would have been more of an ” attempting to chase the 2:40,marathoner and failing horribly” kind of run, Lol!!! I bet that was an amazing and fun workout. Girl, you’re going to kill it in Boston! Cannot wait for you :)
Nicole
feel better!!!!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious
Hope you feel better! Better this weekend to feel down than next, right? Take it easy!
Terriln
Take it easy and feel better soon!
Sam
Oh no, hope you feel better soon!
jade
You are so smart to rest! Get better soon! ‘The water is in the well’ – meaning you’ve done all the hard work and you are ready!
charlie
I wish we had Trader Joe’s in the UK!! I went to my first crossfit class this morning before a huge brunch with friends!
Feel better soon!
Stephanie
Good luck in Boston. I will be over in Lexington the day of the race. Not sure how long you are staying in the city, but if you can get out and do some sight seeing, please do! MA has some of the best historical sites in the country…and good food.
Anyway…hope your race is a wicked pissah!
Debbie @ Deb Runs
Hope you feel better quickly! Enjoy cuddle time with Brooke as you rest up your body!
Amanda B @ Cupcakes and Miles
Oh no! I hope you feel better soon! :(
I love that the ladybug was her favorite! That is too cute!
Rachel @ Blonde with a Chanse
I hope you get feeling better soon! :)
Amanda Olson@runningyourbody
Rest up girl!!! Movie watching is highly medicinal, especially late 90’s comedies :)
Sara @ Middleaged Runner
So much better to get sick this Saturday than next Saturday I suppose….! Rest up and feel better ASAP!
Lesley
Nooo! I hope you don’t come down with something this close to the marathon. Maybe the wind was carrying something. Rest up for next Monday!
I also love that Jason’s Deli has free ice cream. I don’t always partake but I love having that option.
Jennifer @ JenChoosesJoy
Rest up and feel better!!!
Leigha @ The Yooper Girl
Feel better girl!!!
Never told you but the other day I had 12 x 400 m repeats at 6:00 pace. They were HARD but I kept telling myself “you can do hard things” and “you are strong” and it helped so much. You helped me in spirit. Thank you!!
Maddie @ Dixie Runs
Rest up!! I’m battling a sore throat too… Hope you feel better soon!
Casey @ Runnin' With the Pups
Hope you feel better! Lazy days are good for the soul. :)
Heather @ Girl Goes Running
Rest up and get your fluids!!! I’m calling this the Pre-Marathon Cold. I get one every year before Boston and at school yesterday one of the student aids gave me Halls with vitamin C because she said I sounded like I was getting sick and my voice sounded scratchy. :( I came home and had a hot shower, put on my PJs and slept. I feel a kazillion times better today. :)
Feel better!
Melissa
I hope you get yourself lots of rest, and feel better soon!!
WendyMI
Janae, when you mentioned Trader Joe’s I was going to tell you about that popcorn…and then you showed it! It is the BEST.SNACK.EVER! I just picked up 8 more bags today, and have some of my coworkers buying it by the case. Lol. Definitely try it!
I’m getting excited for you for Boston. Cannot wait!
Flower
Hope you feel better soon.
Polly @ mytimerunner
Yes, I think rest in deed the best!! Too close to BOSTON!!! Rest up and feel better!!! You have put in the training!! You got this!!!
tess
crossing fingers for sure! And better to get it now rather than later. Loved the ladybug story. ;)
Kelly
Partially popped kernels?! Oh my deliciousness. Those are my favorite little gems at the bottom of the bowl. for sure.
Chocolate chip cookies and tea are my #1 cure for colds. Truly, you won’t be disappointed.
not to be creepers, but what lipstick are you wearing?
Feel better and enjoy some fun movies!
Kelly
Mattie
Jason’s Deli is our favorite lunch spot with the kids. I’m so thankful there’s one 2 miles from my house!