I start every single day with a list. I write out my tasks, work/social obligations, and any other nonsense that I don't want to forget. I even make these stellar lists on weekends.
My list below is much more fun. I wrote it out in the midst of my standard Sunday night insomnia.
This list doesn’t involve upcoming tasks and tedious to-do’s, instead it is full of the AWESOME things that made up last week.
1. MY TEAM FOR KIDS JERSEY ARRIVED… It’s starting to feel real. This neon gem arrived in the mail Monday after I blew past the half way mark for fundraising. Right now, this sweet new running tank is hanging in my room where it will stay shining beautifully bright until November 3rd. That is when I will lay it out with my sneakers, capris, and other race day essentials. It’s like Christmas Eve or the first day of school. You know exactly what I am talking about.
2. I WAS A NYC RESIDENT FOR A FULL 7 DAYS STRAIGHT… I didn’t travel this past week! It was so refreshing to be living out of my apartment instead of a suitcase. I was thrilled to get back into a routine and my training and overall well being definitely benefited.
This week? Same thing! Who’s excited? THIS GIRL!
3. IT WAS A SUCCESSFUL TRAINING WEEK … I made a plan for the week and I finally stuck to it! Okay, I swapped my runs on Thursday and Friday but I was listening to my body so it’s fine. I ran every required mile and would like to give myself an “A” grade for the week.
LAST WEEK
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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TOTAL
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TFK Plan
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7
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REST
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7
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6
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REST
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11
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5 (flex)
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31
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LA
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7
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Yoga (30 min)
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7
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REST
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6
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11
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Yoga
(30 min) |
31
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4. I HAD A HAIR FLIPPING GOOD TIME ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT … To celebrate the end of the Upfront season, my company threw a summer shindig on Wednesday night. I went with no expectations and planned to take things easy. I woke up Thursday morning with an empty bag of pretzel nuggets and perhaps a minor case of whiplash?
We all trekked to the party in the worst storm of the week and were greeted by finger foods, spirits, a DJ, and beer pong. Fast forward to a few hours later and the dance floor was bumping as the LA hair flip made an appearance or two. What do you expect with the DJ playing Call Me Maybe, We Found Love and Whitney Houston?
I said it before and will say it again. I work with an extraordinary group of people. This crew makes me laugh Monday through Friday and they love a dance floor as much as yours truly. What more could I ask for?
5. SUMMER STREETS PROVIDED AN EXCITING NEW ROUTE FOR THE WEEK'S LONG RUN… I woke up Saturday morning only to start my day with disappointment. It was raining when my alarm went off at 5:30am which kept me from joining the TFK group run. I thought about braving the rain but it was a little too hard and I knew the iPhone and my sanity could be in danger.
Instead, I ran a few errands in the rain and by 10am the sun was shining after the skies cleared. I was so relieved and excited to lace up the sneakers and get out the door.
Almost 7 miles in the city were open to play, run, walk and bike as part of NYC’s “Summer Streets” this past Saturday. From the Brooklyn Bridge to Central Park, along Park Avenue and connecting streets New Yorkers could check out various health & fitness expos while cruising up and down the vehicle free street. I discovered this event last year on a Saturday with A and could not wait for its return. This was the only “Summer Streets” Saturday that I would be in town so I was absolutely not missing this chance at an exciting new running route.
I only had 11 miles on the training agenda so my plan was to head Park Avenue with my new playlist. I ran downtown, turned around at the Brooklyn Bridge, and then cruised up to 72nd where I skipped Central Park to make my way home. Eventually, I ended up around Flatiron which was perfect as I set out on a mad dash for a game day outfit. I frightened some shoppers by running into the stores but it was worth it as I came home with a green tee and completed my training for the week.
6. I WENT TO MY FIRST NY FOOTBALL GAME… After recovering from Saturday morning's run, I made my first trip to MetLife Stadium in the afternoon to watch the Jets & Giants pre-season face off. I went with M, whose family might be the most devoted Jets fans I know. M and I grew up in Florida but after her family relocated up north she followed. Now, I have my best friend from 1st grade in the city with me. How lucky am I?
The H family invited me along to check out the Jets madness first hand. This was just a pre-season game so I was told it was not the usual amount of shenanigans. Regardless, I didn’t know the difference and had a blast. I love football season and can’t wait for it to kick off this fall. Growing up in Florida, we didn’t care about Fall but we all cared about football. Now I am lucky to have the benefit of both and it makes this Florida girl very happy.
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| Mr. H is dressed to tailgate. |
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| Football & Friends! Hurry up Fall! |
7. I LEARNED A VALUABLE LESSON IN SUMMER RUNNING ATTIRE… I set out to run the park on Wednesday morning and thought I would try to run in shorts. I am a devoted capris girl but it was hot and humid so I figured I would let the legs breathe and maybe get some early morning sun?
Apparently running in light colored shorts in extremely humid weather for a long distance is not the best idea. After we finished our loop, I headed down 3rd Avenue only to discover my perspiration showing through my bottoms in a less than favorable area. Awesome. I looked like the runner that couldn’t find a bathroom. It was the fastest 2 miles of my week. I ran through traffic lights and prayed the whole way not to see any familiar faces.
Apparently running in light colored shorts in extremely humid weather for a long distance is not the best idea. After we finished our loop, I headed down 3rd Avenue only to discover my perspiration showing through my bottoms in a less than favorable area. Awesome. I looked like the runner that couldn’t find a bathroom. It was the fastest 2 miles of my week. I ran through traffic lights and prayed the whole way not to see any familiar faces.
Lesson learned. Light colored running attire is best for low mileage and less humidity. At least my running buddies appreciated the picture to start off their morning.
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8. YOGA ON DEMAND IS MY NEW BEST FRIEND … I brought my yoga mat and gym clothes to work last Tuesday. I haven’t been to a yoga class in months and my body missed it. I psyched myself up all day to leave at 6pm and get back to that New Year's resolution.
As feared, the work day ended and I chose to head home instead of St Marks Place. I had plenty of time and needed a good stretch so I decided to see if On Demand had any yoga videos. I was not trying to sit in crow's pose for an eternity but I needed something to ease the physical pain and now emotional guilt.
Jackpot! I discovered “Yoga for Runners”. It only took 30 minutes and I did it in the comfort of my own living room. By the end of the practice, I felt like a new runner.
But the yoga fun for the week didn't stop there! I also did the On Demand video Sunday to work out the aches from Saturday’s long run. I forgot to stretch when I got home as I rushed out the door to tailgate. Stretching after a long run is always necessary but if I skip, now I know that I have my new best friend, Yoga on Demand.
9. FUNDRAISING IS ROLLING ALONG AND THERE'S LESS THAN 1K LEFT TO MY TFK GOAL … Have I mentioned my fundraising anxiety yet? No. Well, raising money for a charity has been a very rewarding yet challenging experience thus far. I am not a huge fan of asking people for money. Actually, I despise it. However, I realize that this is not about me, its about the kids.
Just $50 will sponsor a new child to participate in Mighty Milers for an ENTIRE year. I am incredibly proud to say that the support of my overly generous family and friends has sponsored 33 kids thus far.
If you haven’t had a chance to donate, don’t worry the deadline is still 46 days away! Go get em!
How can you donate? WELL CHECK THIS OUT!
10. I’M HEALTHY AND HAPPY AS I TRAIN FOR MY FIRST MARATHON… There are mornings that I don’t want to get out bed at 5:30am. There are evenings that I just want to watch reality TV instead of put on my sneakers to run. My body aches and subway stairs can be a challenge with sore legs. But when I realize how lucky I am to be healthy and enjoying this journey, it makes it all worthwhile.
Like I promised, you can see that last week was pretty AWESOME! This week, I have high hopes as I am in NYC yet again and have this brand new training schedule to look forward to.
THIS WEEK
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday (flex)
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TOTAL
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TOTAL (w flex)
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TFK Plan
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7
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REST
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7
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6
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REST
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17
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5
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37
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42
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LA Plan
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7
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Rest/ Strength
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7
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6
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REST
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17
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5
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37
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42
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Holy cow. Am I really going to run 37 miles this week? Here goes nothing!
Lots of love and laughs.
XOXO
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