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Confession #1: the 12 week half marathon training plan I was going to use for the Chi Town Half Marathon on 4/1? Well, the first two weeks were a total bust. I could go on and on about why I failed, but to put it simply life got in the way.
Confession #2: my goal to track every bite I ate every day this month? Well, that lasted 13 days. Not too shabby, but also not meeting my goal. Again, I could go on and on but life got busy and I put these things on the back burner.
Also, incase you hadn’t noticed, Wednesday-Friday of last week? No blogging! No good.
Sunday I decided it was about time to pick myself up and move forward. A week-long slump is ok, but any longer would be hard to pull myself out of. So how did I do it?
First, I researched 10 week half marathon training plans and settled on following this plan loosely. I know my schedule and I know that five days a week is a realistic commitment for me so I’ve decided on the following this weekly schedule: 2 short runs, 1 long run and 2 days of crossing training cardio/strength. If I do a 6th day, I’ll do yoga or spinning class. Simple right?
Second, I went out and ran!
Then I came home and Rich and I prepped our meals for the week. We made hard boiled eggs for breakfast, chopped veggies and made greek yogurt dip for snacks, salads in a jar for lunches and Rich made matzo ball soup. So far, this week has been a breeze!
Chopping insanity!
Salads in a jar!
Today? I tracked my food and workouts on My Fitness Pal. Oh yeah, and I worked out. Day 2/5 so far!
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Hi there! I found your blog from Kim @ ilaxstudio. So excited that you’re training for the Chicago Half Marathon on 4/1! Keep up with your training, and don’t be too hard that it’s been a bit off track the past few weeks!
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That sounds like a good plan for the half! And a great start to the week. I love that quote about the other 25 letters… we have to realize that we will not always be able to follow our plans 100%
Agreed! It’s so hard though! I come from the school of good big or go home, nothing is ever good enough, etc. 🙂
I love the salads in a jar. Is it just so you can grab and shake with a little dressing, then serve? Such a great idea, and all of my favorite ingredients look present and accounted for! How was the matzo ball soup?
The soup is delicious! Rich makes wonderful Matzo ball soup! Salads in a jar are great, although don’t let them tip!!! hehe
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