Work Stress & Last week Recap

I have been crazy busy at work the last 2 weeks!!
Ahhh....Stress makes workouts even more enjoyable though :)


Today during my lunch break, this random man came up and asked me if I raced Triathlon.  Now, lets just say I lack in the confidence department, so this made my FREAKING day. :D I know I am FAR from looking like a hard core athlete but I am getting rid of that scrawny looking body - I am starting to look STRONG.  

Anyways - I might have found me someone to do some long cycling rides with on the weekends.  He is lives about a hour out of town; but travels to my area every so often.  

Last weeks workouts: 12.35 Hours

- We have 1 more week of prep work before we up the ante to train for SLC 26.2 and Lake Stevens 70.3
- I've noticed most improvement and increased in comfort in swimming over the past 2 weeks.
- Still running painFREE.  We are going to keep the miles/pace low for 1 more week to make sure my hip is all the way healed. Then increase mileage here I come:)
- Lastly, I freaking LOVE Teresa. She has 100% exceeding what I was hoping out of a coach. (The only thing I wish, is that I lived closer so she could kick my ass in person:D)

Week 2/10, This Is My Strong

Goal Weekly Miles & Long Run: 35-40 and 15

Actual Weekly Miles & Long Run: 50.10 and 15.5

Monday
11.15 Mile Run, 20 Min. Abs/Pushups 
Tuesday
 8.05 Mile Run (Hills), 10 Min. Cycling Trainer Cool Down
Wednesday
 10.05 Mile Run, 40 Min. Cycling Trainer (Intervals), Pushups

Build The Machine

Thursday
REST 3/4 Mile Swim, Abs/Pushups
Friday
15.5 Mile Long Run, Pushups
This long run felt wonderful. Took 1 date at mile 7.5 which was all I needed to fuel the rest of the run.    
Saturday
60 Min. Cycling Trainer (Intervals), 15min. Abs/Pushups
Sunday
5.35 Mile Easy Run, 60 Min Cycling Trainer (Intervals), 35 Min. Ttl Body Weights + Abs

• Continue to focus on negative splits - All of my runs were!
• I am LOVING running in the cold weather.
• I really like not having a 'set' training schedule.  It allows me to listen to my body and respond accordingly.     
• I have decided cycling on the trainer is a MUCH better workout than on the road.  Especially the interval video I have been doing... hot sweaty mess. 

Have you all seen this part of Saucony.com's webpage?  

You can make your own 'THIS IS MY STRONG' shirt.  

They are not expensive + all shirt profits go to Run For Good Foundation.  

This is what mine would be... what words would you use??????