I recently discovered that I get bored too easily while running without my Garmin. Does anyone else have this problem? Post-marathon I ran without it for a couple weeks, and really did no race-specific workouts. It was a welcomed break, but then I started to get bored. I honestly thought that after this last race that I would want (and need) a little break from any sort of training. Even though I'm not technically training for anything right now, turns out I DO need some race-specific workouts in my life. I'm actually looking forward to doing more speed work soon (never thought I'd say THAT!)
I have also recently discovered that I actually do love RPM and spinning. Any friends who know me well know that was NOT always the case. I love jumping and moving, and I really do love plyometrics. When I'm on a bike, I have a hard time motivating myself, so if I try and get a workout by myself on a stationary bike, it's a BIG struggle. I need to work on that. However, in a class setting, with awesome instructors, I actually really really really like the bike. I'm not sure what clicked, but I guess I just decided to embrace it and I really love being able to get a hardcore cardio workout without any impact. My ankles love that :)
This....
Have you ever mixed hot chocolate and coffee?? Seriously, you need to try this. My new favorite combo!!!!
This article (not a new realization, I just think it's really important)-10 Reasons Why Runners Should Include Weight Training. I like the explanations it gives, and I'm all for anything that helps me run faster and prevent injuries :) Although weight training has not always been my favorite activity, I've learned to "love" it over the years, and it's just part of my weekly workouts. I weight train 3-4 times a week (both Body Pump and weight room weight training) and do core training 3 times/week. Since our core is the foundation for all our body movements, it just makes sense that having a strong core will help us hold good form as we get tired.
This thought to leave you with....:)
What is your favorite to do for weight training?
Favorite fall recipes?-I need some new ones!!
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