Monday Motivation

I'm finding it a challenge to deal with all the nasty weather we've had.  My motivation seems to be lagging. The RW Run Streak is definitely getting me out the door on days I don't want to run.  It seems like it's been just one and done every day for the last week.  I'm okay with that.  Each mile counts.  Each mile is a victory.

I'm also reading another book on running.  I find motivation and inspiration in the experiences of others.  I need to remember this on snowy, ugly, gray wintry days:

"As humans, on a most basic level, we get hungry, we sleep, we yearn for love, we run.  Just watch small children left to play unsupervised.  They can't stop running.  It is part of what makes us human."

--Running with the Kenyans

My weekend runs can be summed up in two words:  Cold and Wet

 

Today I have plans to meet a friend at the gym.  It will be nice to workout with a buddy.  And I may even enjoy tolerate running on a treadmill for a change.

FroYo Friday

Today's RWRunStreak was just another mile in the cold. 

But I wore my new Fila tank and tights. 

Bright colors make me feel fast (even if I'm not) and that makes me happy. 

Used one of my coupons for some FroYo

Yum!

And this made me laugh. A plea to get shopping 

Just $920 to go to get a $5 coupon. What a deal!?

Oh Happy Day

I worked in the office all day but had the good sense to plan ahead for once. I brought my running clothes with me so I could stop and run my mile before going home. 

It was sooo cold. I definitely need to get some new gloves soon. 

On my way out the path I couldn't help but notice the iced over footprints. I thought they would make a good photo. 

So of course that resulted in a whole lotta picture taking. 

After an inordinate amount of self portraits, I reached around and took the most awesome pic through my legs!  

And my night has just been made, because my pic was featured by Ohio_Runs!!!! 

How could this day get better?  Oh it just did!  I have awesome friends who give me coupons. 

I see new shoes and frozen yogurt in my future!

Happy Slump Day

My work day Wednesday was long. I was back in the cave. On the upside, today there were free donuts and free lunch. 

The chocolate cake was the best part. 

I was really cold today and definitely lacking motivation.  This helped. 

So did my nap. 

Actually, I absolutely did not want to run. I considered going to the gym and hitting the dreadmill but it just seemed too far to go. But....after much delay and complaining I bundled up and headed out. 

Day 14, one and done. 

And I got hooted at by some dudes in a truck. Normally that would irritate me, but I decided they were cheering me on for running in 20 degree temps after dark. 

Two Mile Tuesday

Today got off to a snowy start. Lots of school closings and delays, so I had a late breakfast. 

Fage Peach is hands down my favorite. 

Today's RWRUNSTREAK was cold and snowy but fun. 

I followed in other people's tracks and made some new ones of my own. 

After my run I went to Kohls and cleaned up!!!

 First I just want to say that I love my new coat (from NY&C). It's matches my boots and purse and I'm never that coordinated. Shameless selfie? Check. 

Now here's the good stuff 

Cute tights, 3 long sleeve shirts, 2 tanks and a beanie all for.....drumroll please....$55. I saved over $141 and scored $10 Kohls cash. I heart Fila!

In the Zone

I got an early start today since I was worried there might be slick spots on the road. Thankfully there were none, so I had time to stop at Starbucks.

I'm waaaayyy too addicted to the cinnamon coffee cake. 

Lunch was this bean soup I made last night.

It was my first attempt and it wasn't bad. It probably needs a little more seasoning next time. 

I really like this Monday Motivation from Runners World. I'm hoping I can keep it up for years and that it becomes second nature. 

I did run my one mile after work even though I didn't want to.  My streak continues!  Not because I want too...I have to. 

And here's proof that Mondays can be great:

First, I got my year end gift card.  Timing is great, because I need groceries. 

Second: My highest scoring word in Words with Friends!!!!

I'm in the zone!!!! :)

Napping Running and Rolling

This morning after I got home from work I quickly went to sleep. When my alarm went off an hour later, I really did not want to get up. Knowing I had lunch plans helped. I got up after 9am and managed to be showered, dressed and on the road in about 35 minutes!  So glad I made it. Enjoyed a nice meeting and lunch with friends. 

It was so nice to chat with others that are interested in running. 

After lunch I hurried home to change for my run but I wound up on the couch instead. 

I love napping to sports. When anything exciting happens the commentators excitement wakes me up and I can see the replay and still know what's going on. 

After an hour long nap (I set my alarm so I didn't snooze the day away) I finally went out for Day 11 of the RWRunStreak.

Since there was fresh snow on the ground I decided to bust out my Merrells. I've never run in them before so I wasn't sure how it would go. They kept my feet toasty and were great in the slick stuff, but when I was done I had shin splints. The thing is, I don't know if it was the shoes, the terrain or the fact that I've run 11 days in a row and my legs may just be tired. I imagine its a combination of it all. So after running to the mall, I went to Target and jumped on the bandwagon. 

I'm ready to roll!