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If this were any other year, this would be a post about my wonderful September running update. I would talk about the fall season (best running season!), getting in some good races (Akron?) and total mileage. Alas, I had zero miles of running in September. The last time I had a zero mile month was after giving birth and I was forced to take 4 weeks off, but then immediately got back out there.

Was I inactive all month? Nope – hardly. I kept up every morning going on my bike, the rower, and lifting weights. In fact, this week marks a milestone – four weeks since I broke my toe! Well, I guess it’s a little longer since I broke it, but four weeks since I have been wearing my boot and have not been running.

That also means that I’m in week 4 of my weightlifting regime! I’m getting into the habit of it, and while it definitely doesn’t provide the endorphins of running, on these dark and wet fall mornings, getting in a basement weight training workout isn’t that bad. I’m starting to wonder if/how I can incorporate this into my routine when I get back to running, without waking up much earlier than I earlier do!

Here’s what this week entailed:

Sunday:  48 minutes indoor cycling, 12 minutes on the indoor rower, 15 minute pilates video, planking, push-ups –  I set an alarm for Sunday morning again, since we had an early morning soccer game. Normally I would walk to the soccer game and get in some steps, but it was raining on and off all morning and I didn’t want to walk/get my boot wet, etc. I was glad to have gotten up early to get in a workout though, because the day went by fast and before I knew it, it was night time!

We watched the game in the rain – the little ones were troopers to put up with the drizzle while their big brother played .. and they won!

Monday: Chest and tricep workout, planks and push ups 50 minutes indoor cycling, 2 mile walk –  I woke up a little bit early Monday morning to get in a longer workout – and my kids actually slept in! So I was able to get in my full weight workout, plus a little longer on the bike than usual. It felt good not to be rushed.

Tuesday: Shoulder and leg day, planks and pushups and 45 minutes on the bike, about 4 miles walked between morning and lunchtime – I was feeling strong during this workout, and may have even went up in weight for some of the exercises. I also had time to get in some more time on the bike, which always feels good. And, I had time for a pre-work walk, short mid-day walk and a walk at night with LM! All in all a good day.

Wednesday: Bicep and back day, plus 4 miles walking, 40 minutes on the bike, planks, pushups.  Man, biceps day is hard for me! Even though I’m using the same kettlebell weights, it’s still hard. I am tempted to see if Prime has any good deals on dumbells when they have their sale in a week or so to see if I can invest in some weights besides kettlebells.  The morning also included a walk with GM to pick up bagels at our favorite bagel shop before they close on and off for the high holidays. I can’t believe it’s already October!

Thursday: Leg workout, 8 minute abs, planks and push ups, 35 minutes indoor cycling and 7 miles walking. It was a gorgeous day, and in addition to my weightlifting and cycling, I got in four walks, about 7 miles total. And my toe wasn’t feeling too awful! I couldn’t help but feel hopeful after getting in all the walking and hardly any pain.

Friday: 18 minutes rower, 45 minutes indoor cycling, 8 minute abs, some bicep exercises, push ups and planks, 2 mile walk – My daughter woke up at 3:30 a.m. with a stomach ache, and of course by the time she was back to bed (not sick thank goodness), my alarm was going off in less than an hour so I couldn’t go back to bed. I still somehow managed to start my workout only a few minutes earlier than usual – I was tired and moving slowly!

biking with my boot

Saturday: 45 minutes on the indoor bike, 5 minutes on the rower, 25 minute ab/pilates workout – I slept in until 7:15 and didn’t start working out until after 8, so we were off to a slow morning. GM got up at the same time so we had some time together to read and get him ready for the day before I started my workout. It was a BEAUTIFUL day that included a flag football game, piano lesson, pizza and a movie with the kiddos.

Total: Once again, no running this week. Some walking, weight training, indoor biking and some rowing.  

BUT – Sunday (today), I have big plans — FW and I are going to do a 5K! I told him we would be walking most of it, since I have not run in 4 weeks with the broken toe. I plan to take off my boot/shoe, wear regular sneakers, walk for the most part, and I’m so excited! It’s been four weeks and I’m just starting to feel good again.

Questions:

• How did your September go?
• What’s your go-to bagel order?

I am linking up with Deborah and Kim for the Weekly Run Down.