Last week was more of the same- cold, wind, snow, ice- you know the deal. I had hoped to run my virtual 5k this weekend. The time frame is from the 2/19 to 2/28. But after our ice storm on Thursday it stayed pretty cold and I didn’t feel comfortable doing a fast run like that outside. We have another round of snow coming through on Monday, but after that it’s supposed to warm up. I still structured my week around the possibility of this race, so let’s call this a taper week.
Weekly Run Down: Let’s Call This A Taper Week
Monday: 6.1 Treadmill Miles with Hill Intervals
Tuesday: 4.2 Treadmill Miles + Core/Mobility
Wednesday: 5.1 Miles with 6 x 400s at 5k pace + 4 x 30 Seconds Strides
Thursday: 4.2 Treadmill Miles + Core/Hip Exercises
Friday: Rest Day
Saturday: 6 Miles + Core
Sunday: 3.3 Miles
A Speedwork Day Outside
On Wednesday morning I had the opportunity to run outside. Most of the snow had melted, but it was a real feel of 14 degrees. I was torn about doing speedwork. If I did my race this weekend, I didn’t want to do any hard workouts that close to the race. But if I pushed it back to next week, I wanted to get in another harder workout and remind my legs how to run fast.
I figured the soonest I would do the race would be Sunday, so I settled on 400s at 5k pace. Nothing too crazy, but enough to remind myself what 5k pace feels like. Other than a weird, windy 2nd rep, the workout went really well. And it felt SO good to get outside!
A Windy and Icy Saturday Run
By Saturday I had decided to push back my 5k to the following week, so I figured I could run some miles but nothing too long or intense. I waited until the sun was up since it was so icy out. The sidewalks and grass were coated in snow and ice, so I ran in street since I was in a quiet neighborhood. It felt so good to get outside!
Sunday Runday- More of the Same
Sunday morning started out cold again, with a real feel of 12 degrees. But I was determined to run outside. My legs didn’t really feel like moving, but it did feel good once again to get outside. There was still lots of ice that I had to jump over and I had to run in the streets because the sidewalks were not clear.
National Drink Wine Day
Thursday was National Drink Wine Day, which was great timing! Like seriously, after what we have all been through the past year, couldn’t the weather cut us all a break?
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Has the weather impacted your running/racing plans lately?
Did you celebrate National Drink Wine Day?
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We’re supposed to get either snow or rain tomorrow. I’m really hoping that it’s just rain because I’m so over all of the snow!
I am so sad that I missed National Drink Wine Day!
I am really not sure what we are gonna get tomorrow- the forecast keeps changing! I think you should make up for National Drink Wine Day this week:)
Ha, I didn’t know it was national drink wine day, darn! I would have celebrated 🙂
Great job getting out there despite the cold! I love the maroon tights you’re wearing- Brooks?
Yes! They’re the Brooks Method 7/8 tights. I think you should make up for National Drink Wine Day this week!
The weather has been so uncooperative, especially this past week. I’m thankful to have many indoor options, but that doesn’t mean I went to hibernate LOL
Usually I don’t mind the treadmill but its just been too many days of being forced inside at this point. Hopefully spring will be here soon!
Sorry about the ice – yuck! We have lost ours here but it was sooooo windy on Thursday and Friday that I missed the run I could have done either day. I don’t like running in the wind at all! I hope it all continues to melt for you.
I don’t like running in the wind either! It’s been windy but not terrible here. The ice is definitely more of a problem than anything else.
We’re supposed to get a few more inches of snow tonight and then we start the thaw. Which is a mixed blessing because the melt-off freezes and yeah, black ice. Sigh. I don’t like running in the street, but it looks like that will be the plan for a while!
The thaw/refreeze is the worst. As long as we don’t get too much snow tomorrow, I think ours should melt pretty quickly. It’s not too bad running in the daylight, but running in the dark when its still icy is a different story.
Great job on your workouts last week! I got outside on Wednesday to run. We’ll see what this week brings and whether or not I get outside…
I hope the weather plays nice and you can run your 5K outside.
Thank you! I never know what to expect since the forecast is wrong so much.
Good thing you postponed your race- sounds like conditions were not conducive! Now we’ll all be in suspense to see if you get a good weather day before the 28th. Good luck!
Thanks! I am feeling pretty hopeful that by Wednesday or Thursday we will be in good shape.
You still managed to get in 6 days of running this week so I would call that a win. Our weather sure has been challenging this past week. This week ahead looks better! Love the new tights and looking forward to trying mine out this week too
I am definitely looking forward to better weather this week! I hope you like the tights!
So many runners are playing cat and mouse with the weather lately. I am thankful I am not one of them! Ha! I totally missed Drink Wine Day. I am celebrating love your pet day today though!
I didn’t know that was a day! I guess there is a day for everything. You are so lucky that you don’t have to deal with this crazy weather!
Our sidewalks were sheets of ice until today. I had to walk in the street to take Scooby out. Nice going on your runs – and that speedwork.
Thanks! Yea, the ice has been really bad. I think some of it started to melt yesterday but the spots that don’t get sun are still in bad shape. Hopefully the warmer weather we are supposed to get this week will clear everything up!
Darn it, I missed National Red Wine Day! I’ll have to make up for it soon. We’re finally getting better weather here and I am pumped that I’ll soon be back outside. Good luck on your race!
Its going to feel so good to get outside in some warmer weather! Enjoy your wine!
Girl. I was MADE to celebrate National Drink Wine Day. Yum. Also, I have the same pajama pants, I think LOL!
Great week, in spite of the challenges. I’ve been able to get out most days, although the rain always acts as a deterrant.
Glad you were able to get out despite the rain. Yay for wine and comfy pajamas!
Speedy intervals! Nice job! National beer day is more of my holiday, but I did drink wine doing my taxes last night. Taxes always seem way better with a bit of alcohol involved! haha!
I’ve actually never done my own taxes but I think that drinking would make them much harder!
How did I miss National Drink Wine Day? Ha, but I guess in my household it is that day everyday. 🙂 Well, you know my deal with the weather and my running. At least I am getting out there.
Haha it’s kind of every day around here too. But might as well enjoy the occasion!
The weather has been oh so challenging! I’m keeping my fingers crossed for warmer temps this week. Great job getting some miles outdoors!
Me too! Thank you!
the weather has been so awful for you guys, but I’m glad you got some OUTDOOR runs!!! whoo hoo! And probably pushing the race out was the best idea.
I didn’t know about any national wine drinking day! I thought that was actually every Friday *wink*
Haha it definitely is every Friday- this was just an extra excuse to drink wine on a Thursday:)
Your taper week has more miles than my training week lol
We’re had crazy weather…sunny, snowy, windy… hard to get out there some days.
I did not know about national wine day but I drink a small glass of red almost every night.
My mileage was pretty similar to usual but my intensity was much lower. I have a red wine a few nights a week!