This week of workouts looked a little different for me. There was still some running, but not nearly as much as other weeks. Also, I added in some different workouts. Overall, it was a good change of pace especially when the weather wasn’t great.
I’m noticing that I feel pretty good in the mornings, but by the end of the day I am just exhausted. I’ve tried to see if backing off of my workouts helps at all with my energy throughout the day but I don’t really think it helped much. If anything, exercising in the morning makes me feel better at least for a while. No matter what I do I think I’m going to be tired in the evenings!
Even though last week was a short work week, it was a long one. I either worked late or had something going on after work on all 3 days. Luckily Thanksgiving weekend brought some extra days off. I tried to check some things off of my to-do list but didn’t get as much done as I hoped. We did decorate for Christmas on Sunday. Now, the trick is going to be finding the time to take everything down once the baby is here! We may be one of those houses that leaves stuff up until February this year.
Here’s a look at last week’s workouts:
Monday: Strength training
Tuesday: 3 miles
Wednesday: Strength training
Thursday: 6 miles
Friday: 2 mile walk
Saturday: 30 minutes spin bike
Sunday: 3 miles
I think the highlight of my workouts this week was my run on Thanksgiving. It was around 25 degrees but felt like 17. I think between the cold weather, running a little later in the morning, and some extra time off from running this week my legs were ready to move. I managed to do this run in under 10 mins/mile overall. (In comparison, Tuesday’s 3 miler was closer to 12 mins/mile). Also, by the end my bladder was yelling at me so that helped me to pick up the pace as well.
I got on my spin bike for the first time in months. It was definitely my first time on there since having a real bump, which made things challenging. I was able to sit upright or stand up while holding the handlebars. But sitting and leaning forward wasn’t happening. It’s a good option for an easier, low impact workout on days I don’t feel like running.
My goal at this point is to just try to continue being active most days if my body is up for it. My calendar is looking crazy with so much to do at work along with tons of personal appointments so it’s all about trying to find some sort of balance. Easier said than done, right?
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In case you missed any posts from last week:
A Fall Snowstorm and Slowing Down
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Wow! I’m so impressed with your workouts. I love running on Thanksgiving morning. Glad your weather was cooperative. Best of luck in these upcoming weeks : )
Thank you! Thanksgiving is such a good day for a morning run.
Great job with your workouts, you had a really balanced week. I wish I could say that cold weather had me running stronger, I was absolutely miserable on Thanksgiving morning, lol!
I feel like I’m in the calm before the storm…I’m dreading the busyness of work that’s on its way! But I do love December with all of the holiday parties!
Im not sure why I felt so good in the cold weather on Thursday. Maybe its because with all these crazy hormones I feel much warmer than everyone else these days!
I love your Christmas tree and fireplace decorations! I remember being so tired during my first trimester I needed a nap after work. You are dong great staying active and listening to your body!
Thanks! I feel like offices should allow nap time for pregnant women:)
I always find it funny technically a “short” week can feel so long! I think the holidays have a way of doing that to us.
So glad that you had a great run on Thanksgiving despite the cold temperatures!
Yes those shorter weeks can feel even tougher to get through than a regular week!
It’s impressive how you continue to stay active! I didn’t think about the bike being difficult with the bump but it makes sense. At least you can pedal and get your heart rate up.
It’s almost go time!
If I had access to an elliptical that would probably be better, but it is what it is. The bike is a good enough option for these last few weeks as Im running less but wanting to keep moving.
Yup, I got decorations up this weekend, and I waited out the wind for some others. I’ll be fully up and decorated by the end of the day today.
Thats exciting! We actually dont have any outdoor decorations. Maybe one day we will start doing that.
Next Christmas there will be three stockings on your mantle. How exciting! Absolutely leave those decorations up until February. You’ll be busy with your new bundle of joy and it will not matter. I think your exhaustion is normal. It’s our body’s way of forcing us to rest before the baby arrives. Put your feet up and enjoy those evenings. Thanks for linking.
We might be adding a third stocking this year if baby comes early or on time! You are so right that this is the time to take advantage of being able to rest. If only there wasn’t so much to get done!
Wow! Your workouts and runs are impressive, especially with your little baby along for the ride. Thanksgiving morning runs are a wonderful way to start the day, I think.
Thank you! Yes, it was a great start to the holiday!
You are really looking good, and still staying very active. I hadn’t thought about all the post-Christmas take-down for you LOL Oh well, there are worse things 😉
Yea, I’m not too worried about it. We definitely wanted to have decorations up since we won’t be going anywhere else for the holidays (and hopefully won’t be in the hospital on Christmas!) Maybe we can recruit some visitors to help us take stuff down:)