Tag: running

My Lincoln Half Marathon training has not been the best lately. 

In the past 3 weeks I’ve been sick with a head cold and a tooth infection. I’ve been busy with work and life. I’ve let my weekday runs go by the wayside. I’ve pretty much only run my long runs on the weekends. Maybe a mile or 2 during the week. 

So it’s no wonder that my runs have been suffering. I feel like I’m not conditioned enough. Like my legs are dead and I’m super sore. So, with 3 weeks until the Half, I decided to get my proverbial crap together. Today, I ran 3.1 miles. On the treadmill. Without stopping. I usually take a few walk breaks. My legs felt good, for the most part, but they know what’s coming: I’m running 3 miles tomorrow too, and Wednesday, or Thursday. There will be a run on Saturday, and then I’m doing 10-13 miles on Sunday. So, in that spirit, here’s today’s post-run selfie. 3.1 miles//33:52 //10:54 pace.That was a good, sweaty run.

It’s time to re-commit to this. I have 3 weeks . I’m in good shape. I want a sub 2:25 half. I can do it. I WILL do it. 

It’s on.

What’s that I see? Are those Melissa’s legs in SHORTS for an outside run for the first time in forever?

Why yes, yes they are! It is so nice outside. I wanted to run 13 miles, but woke up too late for that. I then decided I could run 7, but cut it down to 5 when I realized my cold was still kicking my butt.

I’m not complaining, but you guys! It was almost humid out! I am not acclimated to the warm weather yet. They’re forecasting thunderstorms possibly tonight, so that explains the humidity and warmth. It was a rough, rough run. 5 miles//12:07 pace. So slow for me. 

There were a few houses with their sprinklers on. I was a fan, especially when the wind caught the water and I got a cool, wet breeze. I was HOT!

And, some trees are blooming. Hooray for spring!

I’m going to hit the showers and get ready to head to Corky this afternoon.

Happy Weekend friends!

Happy Friday!!!! I’m in a pretty great mood because:

  1. It’s 78 degrees and PERFECT outside!! Light breeze, no clouds. LOVE IT. And the day is almost over. I’m happy, happy.
  2. 80 tomorrow, and some thunderstorms possible. Gotta love it.
  3. I went to the Dentist again for my poor teeth. The good news? I need 4, count em 4, fillings. But NO ROOT CANALS or crowns YAY! He thinks that is the problem…there are some surfaces that are mini cavities. I’m a mess. But its better than any other alternatives. He also says I need to use a Sonicare Toothbrush and this product called Sonicare Air Floss. So that will be expensive. But will hopefully prevent further issues.
  4. I’m planning a long run tomorrow, then 2-11 at Corky. MONEY!!
  5. I got a $1 off coupon to my favorite Froyo place. Love that!

Happy Weekend Friends!

It is 80 degrees outside. I repeat 80 degrees!!!!! 

Why am I stuck inside ALL FREAKIN’ DAY? Gah!

Straight to Corky after work tonight for a sold out class on Wine Down Wednesday. (half price bottles of wine).

Let’s talk about Life:

  • As of yesterday, I paid off another Credit Card!!! This is so, so awesome. I have one left to pay off. I’m thinking that will happen by the end of the year. Fiscal Responsibility FTW!

  • I have 11 more months of Student Loan Payments left!! 
  • I did NOT run last night. One of my bestie’s called; she and her boyfriend went ring shopping on Sunday. There was girl talk to be done. I regret nothing.
  • My cold is kicking my butt. No morning run this morning. 😦
  • However, I’d rather be sick now than the week before the marathon. So I’m fine. No worries. I need to run for my sanity and because I love it. So maybe tomorrow or Friday.
  • My friend made me a marathon music playlist. I’m excited to listen to it. I need some new jams.

That’s all I got friends.

 Happy Hump Day!!

I have on my happy pants today!

When I bought my white pants it was a bogo situation so I bought these lovely yellow ones. I’m a fan. Such a bright, cheerful color. And my sparkle boat shoes are the best part!

Some Tuesday Things:

  • Busy week ahead, work, more work, A Dentist Appointment about my tooth (and 6 month checkup, yay!), a visit to my Cardiologist for my annual Heart Echo. (at 7am so that should be fun!)
  • Long run this weekend: 13 miles. 
  • It’s going to be 80 degrees here tomorrow. Yeah baby!
  • The sun is coming up at 6:57am tomorrow. An early morning outside run may be happening!
  • My bestie, her husband, and I are going to run a 5k together in Omaha in July. I’m so happy about this.
  • Our Local running company had a post on Facebook last week where you tag your friends who inspired you to start running. My sister in law tagged me. Made my day!
  • Froyo tonight with my Lincoln girls!
  • I have a stupid cold. Sore throat, runny nose, foggy head and stuffed ear. I do not like it. I’m seriously annoyed right now.
  • My training for this Lincoln Half has been lacking for the past 10 days. Whoops. Tonight we run. 

That’s all I got for now. Have a great Tuesday friends!!

A decent day for some miles.

With my vacation and the tooth infection coming back I have not done any running since my 12 mile run last week. Its all good though.
Last week I did pretty good pace-wise. I want a sub 2:25 for this Lincoln half Marathon. I let myself walk more than I would during race day. But i ran some of the Marathon route (which has a decent hill at mile 9) and i dominated that hill, so i think I’m fine.

3.1 miles today in 34:49. 62°, and 20mph wind gusts in my face the whole time.
I’m calling this a win.

Vacation has been good to me. Shopping, time with the fam, good food and fun. I’m a lucky girl.

Happy weekend friends!

Oh hey there White Pants!

Full confession: I haven’t owned white jeans in years!

There are a few reasons why: I thought I was too fat, and I once read an article that said no one over size 10 should wear white pants. I took those words to heart and never wore them again…until now!

I’m digging the Chambray shirt and white pants combo. 

In Other news: 

  • I ran 12 miles this past weekend. Some of it on the Marathon route. It was a good run. Decent time and with some fairly gusty winds. I’m pleased.
  • 5th date went well! 😉
  • Ex-Man Friend and I are now at the point in our friendship where we now talk about our dating lives. That’s interesting. And good.
  • Sunday was 75 degrees and sunny. I spent the day in shorts and flip flops reading outside. Perfect day.
  • Today we saw 72 degrees now we’re down into the 50’s. Stupid cold fronts.
  • Tomorrow is my Friday! Vacation for the rest of the week! Hooray!

Hope you have a great week friends!!

11 miles done. On the treadmill, no less.

Thoughts from the run:

  • sushi is a GREAT pre-run meal for me! Seriously. Lunch with my bestie fueled a pretty decent run. Huh. Interesting.
  • I watched TV while I ran. This NEVER happens. Usually I just zone and listen to music. This time I watched Castle and Mixology. It helped get my mind of the distance on the treadmill. That was nice.
  • It was 40 degrees here, sunny and not windy. And yet I ran inside. I just wasn’t sure it was warm enough for me outside. I’m a wimp. Brooke is not. Let’s just get that out here in the open.
  • I look like a hot mess post-run. I decided not to shower again, then my friend Keith called and we got pizza and froyo. I showered for his sake. The pizza was amazing and so earned on that run. I REGRET NOTHING!
  • It may snow tomorrow, but back into the 60’s by Wednesday. Gotta love Nebraska weather. 66 by Next Sunday so I plan on 12 miles outside then. 
  • I’m currently watching Creighton (from Omaha, NE) self destruct against Baylor. That’s a bummer. March Madness indeed.
  • I made $50 in tips this weekend at Corky! Whoo-Hoo!
  • This week is busy, busy too! 
  • The date went well! 😉

Hope you have a wonderful week ahead friends!