Thursday THINGS x a Track Workout

Your comments yesterday… We are all in this together, and I’m always here if anyone needs to talk about things because I’m sure I will too.

Thank goodness we have running- it sure helps us process the hard stuff in life. Crying and running simultaneously have always been something that helps me.

(bra, shorts, shoes, socks)

I went into yesterday’s workout very cautiously. I’ve had plantar fasciitis and calf problems because of this workout, and I did not want to risk an injury by doing it again. I think the two main issues for me and this workout in the past have been that I did it wearing racing flats (I need some support!), and I’ve always pushed it too hard.

So, yesterday I wore my Vaporflys (that carbon plate takes on some of the stress for me) and decided to hold back a bit because my body isn’t used to the track or short bursts of speed. I’d rather complete the workout injury free because I was cautious than get hurt trying to go faster than I should for my current fitness levels. I’m happy to report that everything felt great afterward.

20 x 400m with equal standing recoveries. We started with 85-second 400s and worked down to a 75-second 400. Between the w/u, workout, c/d, and miles I did with Andrew and Beck later–> 18 miles for the day.

Luckily, my friend kept track of the intervals like this… It is too hard to try and remember as you are doing them!

These two got in some play time before the big day.

PRESCHOOL. She loved it. Beck did not.

Just a few random things to talk about.

*You know you are in marathon training when you find gels everywhere. I have eaten so many of these lately.

*My coworker.

*Andrew has made his standing desk.

*I’ve added Vital Proteins into my morning ritual with LIQUID I.V. (code HUNGRY-RUNNER-GIRL for 25% off). The Vital Proteins is unflavored, so you don’t even know it is there when you drink this combo. I’m hoping it will help with recovery and protect my joints.

*I’m ready for all of the pumpkin things.

*When the kids bring the eggs in from the chickens, they love to set them as close to the counter’s edge as possible. Our house has so much counter space, but they have found this spot to be the most fun.

Pumpkin treats… what are your favorites. Do chocolate and pumpkin belong together, or no way?!

-I believe pumpkin and chocolate belong together, and Andrew feels the other way strongly.

Do you sit or stand more throughout the day?

How often are you on a track? Any workouts that you find to put too much stress on your body?

Any supplements that you take every day? Any that you have taken in the past that you didn’t feel like they helped you?