We went back to school this week! While it’s somewhat nice to be back in the routine and back to our early mornings (a.k.a. more time for me), it isn’t great waking up early and not being able to work out during the daylight hours. Sigh. Ok, enough complaining (I do it enough!), instead, I’ll just make the most of the next few months and count down to next summer (it’s not too early, is it?).
I tried getting in some runs this week, but my hip still hurt on and off, so it wasn’t a real success unfortunately. I know I should take more time off, but not running is so hard!
Here we go again – another week without running every day! Is it easy for me to do? Not at all. Am I still getting up to work out? You betcha, but my workouts are just weights and some walking right now. Kinda boring? A little, but since the weather is still nice out, I’ve been enjoying being outside for a walk in the morning. Especially since is the last week before school starts and thus the last week of working out in the morning, during the daylight!
With my time off, here is what the full week looked like:
As you may recall, I took 2 days off from running last week and found that my hip felt better after those days off! But then I ran a 9 miler and 10 miler back to back, and it started hurting again. So, this week I decided to again play it safe and actually listen to my body! This meant after running on it four days, I took some days off running, sticking to weights, core work and walking. Isn’t it amazing how hard it is to take time off?
With my time off, here is what the full week looked like:
After a very high month of mileage for me (almost 200 miles in July), I took things very easy this week. A cranky hip (self-diagnosed tendinitis), plus a minor medical procedure on Friday helped (or forced) me to take it easy this week. I had less mileage and even a two days off running!
Ack! August is here! I’m NOT READY for summer to be over, school to begin, and all the madness that that entails. Sigh. So I’m going to just try to sit back and enjoy these next few weeks in the meantime.
July was a good month! I had almost 200 miles of running, several swims, walks, stroller running, some pickleball and several days of weight lifting.
This week was a little slower. After racking up nearly 50 miles last week, I decided to take it somewhat easier this week. This meant some shorter mileage, and no long runs thanks to some travel. Here’s how the week looked:
Hi friends! I can’t believe we’re in August, but here we are. I’m joining Coco and Deborah for their virtual coffee today, while also sharing a fitness update for a fitness linkup, so I’m excited to share what’s going on over here. Here’s what I’d tell you if we were chatting in real life (most likely on a patio because it’s patio season in Cleveland!):
We Threw a 100-Year-Old House Party! Our home turned 100 this year, and we celebrated with friends and family. We hosted an open house/backyard bash with about 75 people. It was a great mix of friends, neighbors, families from our kids’ school, B’s family and kids running around everywhere. We had a DIY taco bar from Cilantro (so good), bubbles, temporary tattoos, sidewalk chalk, lots of sporting equipment, drinks, and I baked a bunch of desserts. It was supposed to storm but we lucked out and the weather held out! It was one of those days that just felt so much fun from start to finish. I wish I had taken more photos, but I was too busy enjoying it all. Maybe I love hosting more than I realized?
Summer Is Flying By If you know me, this will come as no surprise – I’m not ready for summer to end. I love the slower mornings, the warm weather, the way it’s lighter in the mornings. I’ve been running more on the trails and paths near me, something I can’t do in the winter when it’s too dark. There’s something about being surrounded by trees and nature that just feels good for the soul!
Birthday Season = Complete! With my kids’ birthdays in May, June, and July, summer is basically one big celebration. We had Guardians games, outdoor movie nights, trips to the Zoo, SkyZone, and so many treats. It’s a whirlwind, but a fun one. I’m always a little sad when GM’s bday is over because it’s so much fun to celebrate everyone!
Some Music in the Mix This was the first summer FW is taking piano lessons at Musicologie (he took last summer off), and it’s been going really well! He’s been learning some Beatles songs (which makes my heart so happy), and while it’s definitely a challenge to get in practice time when the weather is so nice, rainy days and no school have helped. It’s been such a sweet addition to our summer routine.
Summer Fitness Wins Fitness-wise, this summer has been one of my best! A few weeks ago, I hit my highest mileage week (almost 50 miles!), and July ended up being a nearly 200-mile month. I’ve also been swimming laps while the kids are at their swim lessons and I’ve continued weightlifting a few times a week. I’ve alao got in a few strollwe walks and runs with GM! It’s been a great balance, and I’m feeling grateful for the time and energy to move.
Fall Sports Are Coming After softball and baseball ended, we had a bit of a break from the usual sports/activities chaos (just swimming lessons in the evenings), but that’s about to change. My son starts flag football and soccer next week, and in a few weeks my daughter will resume ballet, cross country and soccer too. I’m not quite ready for the schedule shuffle, but I do love cheering them on from the sidelines.
Summer Reading I’ve been reading a lot this summer, and it’s been so nice! One Golden Summer by Carley Golden was the perfect beachy, feel-good read. I’m definitely going to check out more from that author. Got any recommendations?
A Little Travel, A Lot of Cleveland Love We didn’t travel much this summer, just Memorial Day weekend in Atlanta in May, a week in Boston in June, and a quick trip to Albany (now!) to see my brother who’s visiting from Germany. But honestly? I love summer in Cleveland. It’s my favorite time to be here.
So that’s me. What about you? What’s been bringing you joy this summer?
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