This might just be my shortest weekly wrap ever. Because basically, there’s almost nothing to report. I came home late Monday night last week and by Tuesday I was running a low grade fever.
Fair warning: a little less conversation and a #holottapictures
I am still linking up with the Weekly Wrap from Holly @ Hohoruns and Tricia @ Misssipppiddlin, although should you join a linkup to support active women when you’ve been anything but?
Workouts update
- Monday: Beachcombing, walking around airports
- Tuesday: Dogwalk
- Wednesday: Dogwalk
- Thursday: Dogwalk
- Friday: Too cold & blustery to walk the dogs
- Saturday: Albany Last Run 5k
- Sunday: Resting (and cold)
Mileage: 3.1 (-13)
TIU = Tone it Up
TM = Treadmill
YFR = Yoga for Runners*
WU = warmup
CD = cooldown
SB = Stationary Bike
YFPR = Yoga for Pain Relief
YTU = Yoga Tune Up Lower Body*
*Disclaimer: Amazon affiliate links; I will make a small amount of money if you buy through these links
Running updates
Saturday
Mr. Judy tried to call me on it. I couldn’t walk the dogs, but I could go run a fun run? If it had been two days earlier, I would not have done it. But after about 36 hours of almost complete rest, I was feeling better (if not good). Anyway, runners understand. At the beginning of the week I was sure it was going to be my first DNS.
Darlene said I was crazier than her. I don’t think that’s true — I’m pretty sure I’m never going to finish a race with a broken foot.
I always enjoy this “race” (I use that term very loosely), and it’s the last one on my race calendar, which is appropriate, because it’s called Last Run (you can read last year’s recap here).
I ran it with a friend, we took our sweet time with lots of chatting and stops to take photos, and I felt fine. And I still feel “fine” (not exactly 100%, still, but certainly better than Thursday). I definitely don’t regret running it.
Favorites of the week
I’ll leave you with some photos from the week, which are heavily slanted towards the furkids:
And that’s a wrap
This week I am also linking up with the Sunday Fitness & Food Linkup brought to you by Ilka @ Ilka’s Blog and Angela @ Marathons & Motivation.
Let’s get the conversation started:
What’s your favorite holiday themed run?
Do you dress up for it?
What temperature would you draw the line at racing?
Chocolaterunsjudy 
Sorry you felt crummy this week! Glad you got out and raced anyways. Looks like Bandit has found his forever home…
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If I’m going to be sick, this is a “good” time. I think I’m on the mend; I hope so anyway!
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Lots of cuddles with the fur kiddos! I’m sorry that you weren’t feeling well, but I’m glad you’re getting better. I love runner’s logic too. 🙂
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I know, only other runners get it! I got right back to resting yesterday, and I don’t feel worse.
I do have to be careful, I’ve had this crud in the past and relapsed, but I think I’m on the mend. Just still very tired. Luckily I don’t have a lot on my plate right now — finally!
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I love to see the whole family. I hope you are feeling 100% very soon.
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Thanks, Natalie. I’m feeling better, and thankfully, I have the time to rest — finally!
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Hope you are feeling better. Love to see the photos of Bandit. He seems to be adjusting really well.
Not much running for me, it was too cold in Maine and I was not equipped. Currently in a hotel, so the treadmill it will be tomorrow.
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Bandit is extremely happy that almost all the beds are now available to him. 🙂
I am feeling better; thanks. Not 100%, but better. I’ll probably try an easy run tomorrow. Although I still have to drag myself out and do some grocery shopping (my husband has been kind enough to pick up a few things here & there).
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I always do a holiday run, and I always dress for it…but this year there were only two races (one I just learned of after the fact), and both were on the same day. I had a family Christmas party scheduled for the same day, but it got post-poned at the last minute. So, no holiday racing this year, but I did do a short “virtual” run of my own in the appropriate clothing. You do what you gotta do. Glad you’re feeling better!
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I really thought I’d have to DNS my fun run & I’m so glad I didn’t — it was fun to run with friends (and to introduce them to that race!).
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Blah! Sorry you were sick. I’m still coughing up a lung. I don’t draw the line at temp but on whether the course is clear of ice. There’ve been 2 races I chose to DNS due to really icy conditions.
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My cough isn’t too bad, just a little congestion now and very, very tired. Luckily I can take a #holotta rest right now. 🙂
Hope you feel better soon! Ice is the worst. 😦 It’s why I often end up on the treadmill in the winter.
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You’re better than me running after being sick. The last time I was sick, it took me over a week to feel like myself again. Mentally I was itching for a run but I knew it would wipe me out.
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Actually, I did feel better after my run! I’d had lots & lots of rest all week long.
I really wasn’t itching for a run at all, but I knew I’d have a good time with my friends & I did.
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Your blog is so inspiring! Sorry to hear you were in rut. It’s comforting to know I’m not the only one.
xx!
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We all get in ruts sometimes!
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If you had to be sick. This was the week. Hope you feel better soon. And glad you enjoyed the race. It was a lot of fun. My legs felt tired & stiff for the first 2 miles (the cold or the lack of warm up or maybe the 20 miles I had run Sat-Mon) and as soon as I got it together, it was over.
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Jan & I were just gabbing almost the whole way, until that last mile where i decided to run. And yes, if I’m going to be sick, last week wasn’t a bad week.
I’d rather not be sick, of course.
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My favorite holiday themed race was while we were in FL (they changed the date from previous years). It is through Fantasy in Lights in Callaway Gardens. I’m glad to hear you are feeling better. I fought a little something after I returned home. My dogs LOVED the gingerbread treat (I threw away the wrapper so I’m guessing here) you sent them. We haven’t tackled the bone yet. Thanks for linking, Judy!
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So glad the dogs enjoyed it. Boy, those pup pies (it’s made in a town not too far from here) would last my guys for like a year!
Actually Bandit still has a very iffy stomach so we have to be careful what we feed him.
A run through holiday lights AND a garden must be so lovely!
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Hi Judy! Being sick is so no fun! I dragged my cold out too long this year, which turned into a nasty sinus infection later. Rest and feel better soon!
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This was more mile flu than cold, although I’m a little congested, but I’m on the mend now (crosses fingers); still just tired.
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Ha I love the word twist from HoLottaFun! What? Darlene called YOU Crazy, no way! I hate you were under the weather after our trip! It does throw the body out of wack sometimes which leaves us easy prey on colds and such.
This race looks fun I have never done a night race around Christmas but I know I’d enjoy it and yes I would dress up! Total requirement!
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No, I don’t dress up (but obviously Darlene does). And I know you would. 🙂 And a lot of people do. Lots of jingle bells. It’s a lot of fun!
I don’t think the trip had a lot to do with getting sick, I’ve been kind of running on empty for many months now, but I was able to get lots of rest last week.
Yeah, I know, that was the pot calling the kettle black with her calling ME crazy. 🙂
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It was an made me laugh
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Oh I just love the picture of all 3 furkids! They posed purrfectly!! 😀
Wow! You too on the 5K! Ya’all are neverending, hehe! Well done, Judy, especially with the dogwalks and getting out there for active recovery! You’re a better woman than I, 😀
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Well, I rested all day the next day, most of today . . . finally started to tackle the laundry. . . and I didn’t race as much as you!
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I always enjoy pics of the Furkids. Bandit looks so content!
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Bandit is very content. Maybe a little too content. We caught him happily chewing through Mr. Judy’s sock yesterday (which is Mr. Judy’s fault for leaving it within his reach).
Thankfully I caught him before he ate the whole thing!
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I’m not sure what temperature I would draw the line at-I did a turkey trot a couple of years ago where the temp before the wind chill was 22 degrees….it was cold but I loved it! And I love the pictures of all of your furbabies 🙂
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Saturday night’s race was in the teens. Not uncommon up here. So it’s all about your warm weather gear.
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AH in the TEENS! Okay, maybe that’s where I would draw the line 😉
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I will run into single digits depending on the weather. But up here, there’s not a whole lot of choice!
Which is why I have a treadmill & will no doubt be on it this Thursday (supposed to be negative temps around the time I get up).
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