Wanna work with my running coach!?!?

I officially had my first run of 2014 yesterday and although it was cold, it was a good one. I’m trying to get back into it after taking a break since my recent half marathon in Nov.

Glad Brooker is back!!! :)

I need this below 20 degree weather to take a hike so I can run with out feeling like my toes are going to fall off!!

Hmmm. I’m currently looking for a coach and going through the process. I haven’t found someone that fits exactly with my goals yet. I will have to email. It looks like you had a great week of running Janae! Are you still planning for your Spring Marathon?

I spent yesterday reading about running coaches in my area; your posts are always so timely for me! I’ve been struggling with keeping up my training (i.e.- I will probably walking a lot during my upcoming half).

I’m amazed at your workouts. How do you keep going?

I wish I had as many good runs as you did! I did NONE and I have less than 50 days until my half marathon. I haven’t actually run since November because life got too stressful (finals, work, last minute move) and then I planned to run on my vacation but I went to Vermont and there was an ice storm and the roads were frozen the entire time I was there. I was too nervous about slipping and breaking a leg, so I didn’t go out. Boo. Now I have to train in a month in a half…not looking good.

Random fact about my day??? It’s my first day back to work since I left for Christmas holiday.

Random – I always take a vacation to someplace warm for my Birthday!

I once drove 17 hours to run a trail marathon. Once done, I took a few days off and then drove for another 10 hours to see my Grandma and Aunt E. It was worth every bit of it!

I ran on the treadmill not once but twice over the weekend…I entertained myself with the History Channel and HGTV.

Also, I’m giving away a Garmin on my blog right now!

I have been running a long time but was sidelined for the last 5 months with a femoral stress fracture. I am just now getting back into running. I have big goals but am having to learn to slow down and do things right this time around! I have learned there is so much more to running than running itself and it is my goal to get better at it!

So glad Brooke is back!! If i could afford a running coach I would for sure do it! Look forward to reading about the new athletes he trains!

So glad you and the Brooker are reunited!
What is the biscuit recipe? I love cheesy and garli-y and I love biscuits, so I would make this asap!

Those ice cream sandwiches look SO good! I love a warm cookie with ice cream. Planning on a treadmill run today, hoping strength training and yoga will help my ITBS! I have 2 more days to decide if I want to do a half marathon this spring before the price goes up. I always wait until the last minute to decide. I’m thinking yes!

Currently 20 weeks pregnant and feeling awesome :-) Glad you’re getting back in the running grove!

Happy Brooke is back!

Random: It snowed here yesterday and is snowing now. :)

Awww I’m so glad Brooke is back! I’m planning on heading to the gym for my long run but I’m nervous because 1) I haven’t run in over a week due to IT band issues and my half is in 2 weeks… and 2) the wind chill is like -30 outside and I have to walk a half mile to the gym… Wish me luck!

I have been seriously indulging the idea of finding a running coach. i’m going to talk it over with BOSS MAN and see what he says in regards to it.

Something random that is running related? I will give you 2 randoms:
– today was going to be my rest day because it is my first day back to work after two weeks
-But. It is 50 degrees outside (yet rainy) and it is goign to be a high of 58
-So. Even though it was supposed to be scheduled–>I’m going to run anyway..HOw can you pass up 50’s when it has been in the negatives lately?? You can’t. Exactly.

SOO happy for you that Brooke is back! :)

Funny you posted this today! On the drive into work this morning, I was thinking about my goals for the year. I contemplated getting a personal trainer to help me improve my overall fitness, but what I really want to do is increase my indurance. I’m a really, really slow runner and I have had no motivation to follow a plan on my own. I am good for a few days, then I get off track. I think paying a coach will really motivate me!

I added highlights to my hair for the first time EVER this weekend! So my hair is lighter and I’m still adjusting haha But I am 98% sure I really like it :) Have a great Monday!!

I’ve started logging my runs and want to try and do it for the year- to keep me motivated! A bit random for you- tomorrow I start a 3 day juice detox. This doesn’t sound like much, but it seems like a challenge to me! I will celebrate on Friday by going for a long run (if I don’t faint) and a big breakfast!

Just put my girl down for a nap but forgot my garmin isn’t charged, so I’m drinking tea and reading blogs while it chargers then I think I’ll take off outside to enjoy a run in the sun since I’m only in Florida for TWO more days – then I return home to the cold and snow :(

Something random about life/running: I’ll be going to a running camp for 10 days in march with some national team runners and coaches from a bunch of different countries. I’m terrified but excited :)

I won a free registration for a half marathon along the gulf coast in February, so I will be heading there for (hopefully) warmer weather next month!

Random Running Fact: I have a minor hip issue and was supposed to start track work this week :( glass half full: at least its not a full blown “no running” injury!

That night looks awesome. I’m stuck inside with over a foot of snow and neg 8 degrees here in Missouri!

You did a lot of running last week!! Something random… yesterday my cousin went back to Utah! She was home for Christmas break. I will miss her a lot! And today is a snow day!!! Woohoo!

Yay Brooke is back and those cookies look like Otis spunkmeyer, the best! I had a similar dinner last night, so yummy!

Well…my running has evolved soooo much in the last year! Here’s the highlights:
* started running with a friend who had signed up for Chicago Marathon and a retired teacher friend who is on his second round of running all 50 states… first time running with others and loved it!
* the friends I mentioned above taught me soooo much about running. ..hydration, nutrition, it’s ok to take “easy” runs, etc
* they also convinced me to sign up for my first marathon which I completed in October… it was a life-changing experience! !
* this is the first time I have continued running through the winter months; I continue to meet my retired friend EARLY Tuesday mornings for 7 miles and an trying to do a long run on the weekend with other varied runs mostly on the treadmill the rest of the week with some strength training and yoga thrown in!
* I finally feel like a runner!!!

Awwr yay for Brooke being back :D And I’m gonna have to side with the kiddos on this one — I call them ice cream cookie sandwiches too…

Something random: mixing whipped cream, caramel pudding, and almond butter before slathering it between two layers of chocolate cake makes for a pretty epic birthday cake.

Thank you for the soup recipe. It looks delicious!

I am running my second marathon on 1/19 and I am right on the edge of a BQ. If it’s not the Carlsbad, it’s San Diego or something this year!! I would love to work with your coach, too – so close to this goal all on my own. I can only imagine what I could do with a coach!

wow AWESOME job on the 50+ miles this week… I wish I could do that :) I have been excited about the past two weeks which have both been 30-mile weeks for me.

Today it’s 4 degrees here so I think I will be sticking to spinning in my warm basement!

Ooo a running coach would be awesome!

Brooke’s sweater looks so cozy, I wonder if they make it in adult sizes?

And here is something completely random- I love reading from hard paper books rather than my ipad :)

Have you read anything great lately that you’d recommend?

Running w/ a resistance band!! Genius/horrible at the same time!!

Yeah ! Brooke is back :)

Random: The cat brothers are “play fighting” on the air hockey table while the kids are at school… I’m going to video it – they would laugh like crazy.

mmmmm, we had chocolate chip cookies and ice cream last night too! :) Your coach sounds awesome – totally wish $125 was affordable for me!

Aww loving Brooke’s little striped sweater!! :) Lazy Sundays are the BEST. Now I want an ice cream sandwich. Random? I’m doing the Tone It Up challenge and lovingggg it. Seriously, they have the best toning workouts and whatnot, and it’s keeping me motivated, which is always a huge bonus!

xo

something random….hmmm….lately, I’ve been wanting to eat chocolate after breakfast, so I’m just rolling with it ;-)

Been off the sauce (diet Coke or any kind of soda) for SIX days!! It may not sound like long but for me, major accomplishment!!

Random: It is 75 degrees in southern CA today. I wish it were 20 degrees cooler.
Random 2: I’m hungry.

http://www.rebellesociety.com/2013/11/15/advice-for-a-broken-heart-remember-yourself/

Enjoyed this read– good to read while going thru tough times or having a good day and remembering what’s important. Thought you might enjoy!

Your little girl is growing fast! I’ll bet it feels so great to have her home with you :)

Random things here: we did our first day commuting to school from our new house and it was GREAT. I’m getting my funky hip replaced. We got a new washer and dryer…used but new to me…and I am STOKED. I’m watching The Green Mile with my high schooler who still has 3 days of vacation left. Yesterday we saw Frozen for the THIRD time and spotted Rapunzel and Eugene entering Arendelle going in for the coronation. Now you want to see it again just to see if that really happens…am I right? ;-) It does.

That’s a cool opportunity with your coach! I am drooling over that chili… and the ice cream cookies. Yum!

I am so glad to see Brooke back, I was thinking about it for you! You want random thought? The weather in NY is going insane from 52 degrees this morning down to negative digits by tomorrow morning. I have had enough of winter thank you very much.

What is the recipe for those biscuits??

Something random: I’m looking for an awesome new gym bag to replace the lululemon shopping bag I’m currently using (I know, it’s sad!) — any suggestions?

Some random bits
– I am addicted to buying running shoes, I have way too many but I still go and get more.
– I get so excited when I get home from a run and take my miniature shnauzer out for her walk. Her name is Sachi (Japanese for Joy) and I just love her so much. Best dog ever!!!

I would LOVE to have a running coach (just can’t swing it now)….but actually even more than that I would love to be a running coach!!! :)…maybe someday! -that is my random thing.
I am totally making that chili this week!!!!

Your coach REALLY sounds amazing, because even though you’ve always been extremely talented, he made a big difference in your health and performance. But. I’m too cheap and lazy for a coach ;-)

I’m trying to fit as much into my day as I can. Yoga, cross training day.. I walked/jogged/read on treadmill. Painting my coat closet. Trying to keep warm in this cold weather.

Just got back from our holiday trip home it was -45 in MN and is 50 degrees today in the Netherlands. I feel like I am in the tropics!