I Crashed The Web

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:

Sunday: 10.12 mile run, back and bicep workout

Back to my long run Sunday! This is the last Sunday before we have weekend sports for the kids (practices have started up but games start this upcoming weekend), and I really wanted to get in another long Sunday run. My hip didn’t necessarily hurt during the run, but it didn’t feel normal … Ahh well, so much for it feeling 90% better!

Monday: 5.11 miles, short core workout, leg workout, 2 mile walk

After being in the car for so long Sunday, my hip was really feeling tight Monday morning. I focused on getting in my weight and core workout, and then took it very very slow for my 5 miles.

Tuesday: 5 mile run, weighted core workout, some hip strengthening exercises

Since my hip was feeling tight, I decided to incorporate some hip strengthening exercises I found on YouTube. When did I get such weak hips? I honestly don’t know but it’s not fun! The run was okay – I was feeling slow and also again, feeling it in my hip.

Wednesday: 3.18 mile/walk run outside, weighted core workout, 3.86 miles walking

It was thunder storming when I woke up, so I stayed in bed a little longer (at least that’s my excuse!). When I did get out of the bed, I started the day with some core workout, and then it stopped raining and I headed out for a run. I made it 1 mile before deciding to stop and walk since my hip was feeling really tight. Then I got in some walking later in the day (1.5 on the treadmill and 2.36 miles outside). I guess I may need to actually take some time off from running to ensure it gets better…

Thursday: NO RUNNING! Instead I got in a weighted core workout, chest and tricep workout and 3.65 mile outdoor walk in the morning, then 2.25 mile walk later in the day

My hip was still acting up, so I convinced myself that not running was a good idea. I did get in some walking in the morning and a lunchtime walk outside. That night,  we enjoyed a Guardians game- they won 9-4!

Friday: another NO RUN day. I got in a 4 mile walk in the morning, shoulder and leg workout

Oof- I woke up to BEAUTIFUL weather. Mid-60s, sun rising .. would’ve been perfect for a run and it was soo hard not to get one in! But I decided to play it safe and get in just a walk after some weights. I told myself I’d take off more than a day for my hip, so we’ll see how this lasts. That night,  we had fun plans to go to my sister-in-law’s house to find out the gender of their baby! They’re due in December with their fourth (this will be cousin #14!), and the first time anyone in the family has found out the gender. I was happy to contribute plenty of baked goods for the occasion!

Saturday: No running again. 5.87 miles walking weights, and 1100 yard swim

Once again, I decided to take the day off from running. Instead, I got in 5.87 miles of walking, including about 3.6 outside while the sun was rising and 2 inside on the treadmill on an incline with the weighted vest. It was early – FW had a flag football scrimmage at 8:15! Later in the day we took the kids to the pool and B suggested I get in some laps (he knew I was cranky from the lack of running), which felt good!

Total:  23.42 miles running plus plenty of walking and some weights

• How do you stay active when you’re trying to not run?
• Does fall mean busier days (and nights) for you?

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