This week I was reminded that a little bit goes a long when when you really focus on quality workouts. Almost every day I felt like I was starting my workout later than planned and had to prioritized what I could get done. Looking back on the week, I feel like I still got in a good mix of cardio, strength, and mobility, and was even a little bit sore from my strength workouts.
A Little Bit Goes a Long Way
Monday: 3 miles + stability work
I started out with about 20 minutes of stability work and then had enough time to run 3 miles. I have really been loving the sunrises this time of year! Too bad it’s going to be dark again for my runs this week thanks to Daylight Savings Time.
Tuesday: 45 minutes spinning + lower body workout
I started this workout later than planned and wasn’t sure if I should spend less time on the bike in order to have 30 minutes for legs. Instead, I ended up just spending about 15 minutes on legs but focused on bigger muscles like hamstrings, quads, and glutes. I felt it the next day so I figure it must have been a decent workout.
Wednesday: 10 minutes on bike + TRX upper body workout
I woke up at 4:30 to find out that my blog was completely down. I couldn’t even get into my dashboard to see what was going on. Luckily someone from Bluehost was available to chat at that time of day. At first they said it was fine and they were seeing my site. Then they realized that one of my plugins was causing an issue, so they were able to disable it.
When I finally got downstairs to work out I was a little frazzled. I warmed up on the bike and then just had time for 20 minutes of upper body. I ended up using the TRX so got in a little core work as well. Once again, I felt it the next day.
Thursday: 3.5 miles + core work
I did my core work first as a warm up (and so I didn’t skip it) and then headed out for my run. It was a nice morning for a run…little did I know how ridiculously cold it was about to get.
Friday: 35 minutes Pilates + Yoga
I used my Pilates for Runners DVD and then did the JasYoga back reset video. By the end of the week I feel like my upper body is so tight from sitting at work all week so this felt really good.
Saturday: 6.3 miles
It got cold again. The real feel was 17 degrees. It was nice to have spring weather in February, but this is just ridiculous. I would have rather it be cold in February and warm now. They are calling for 5-8 inches of snow Monday into Tuesday. While I wouldn’t mind a snow day, I am really over winter at this point.
Sunday: Rest
WEEKLY SUMMARY
Running: 3 runs, 12.8 miles
Yoga/Mobility: 1 short yoga session, lots of foam rolling
Strength Training: 1 upper body workout, 1 lower body workout, 1 Pilates DVD workout
Lately it feels like every week is busier than the last. I’ll need to continue prioritizing effective workouts for the days when I’m short on time. By the way- I’ve still been meditating every night. I count that as a workout for my brain.
How were your workouts last week?
How do you prioritize your workouts when your short on time?
Is is supposed to snow this week where you live?
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I probably should take up meditating too, I’m just not where to fit it into my schedule! hah
Your weekly recap has motived me to be much more on top of my workouts this week despite my schedule, which I anticipate being really busy again. I am going to try and take your advice to only stay late one or two nights. Maybe if I put in a long day on Monday and Friday, I can lesson the burden Tues-Thurs… which would work out okay since Mondays and Fridays are my non-running days.
I hope that it works out well for you and that your week is a bit calmer!
This week is finally supposed to warm up! We had about a foot of snow last week and cold! By Saturday they are calling for 70 degrees! That should melt any snow that is left by then. I hate daylight savings.. so sad to go back to dark mornings. Looks like you had a great week. I have a trx system but I havent used it in a long time, I should dig it out.
The TRX is a great way to change things up! Thats awesome that your weather is improving. We have snow today, but hopefully this is the end of winter…
It is currently snowing here! ANd it is supposed to be pretty warm the end of the week, so that is going to be fun… not. I’m giving myself extra time to get to work this morning. Great job on your workouts–you a right–quality over quantity!
And today we have the snow. I really hope this is the end of winter!
Great job fitting in your workouts when you are short on time! I usually just forgo them when I am. I need to be better at that. Because something is better than nothing. I wish I had a workout area in my condo. I think that would make it easier. Love your basement!
Working out at home definitely makes it easier to do even a short workout when I don’t have a lot of time.
A little bit does go a long way. I’ve been trying to really focus on quality workouts too. So annoying that the blog was down hate when that happens! Have a great week
I definitely think we can get more out of quality workouts when we are short on time. Blog issues are very frustrating!
I love pilates! I do two classes a week but will look at getting that dvd for the weekends. PS: Thank goodness they sorted the blog problem out! That must have been scary! Have another great week x
Thats great that you do 2 pilates classes a week! I only do videos at home.
I have to remind myself that on days when I have less time, a short, intense workout can be just as effective, plus it forces me to push myself!
Exactly! Im used to doing my regular workouts so it can be stressful to have less time, but a shorter workout can be good too!
Totally agree! Sometimes a short but hard workout can be so effective!
Exactly!
Great week of workouts! Quality over quantity becomes my focus when I am busy. You can push hard in 30-45 minutes! I think more snow will fall in the mountains, but I think it is done in the lowlands – and thank goodness.
Glad you hopefully won’t have any more sow this year! I really hope this is the end of winter for us.
you know I am over the snow too! I stopped even listening to what the blizzard is about to bring. I did hear up to 2 feet but whatever at this point – any amount is annoying me! lol. I am a little short on time these days too during the week so I really have to focus on making the minutes count. once summer comes, it will get easier for me (when my son is no longer on this school schedule). I think I used to get up earlier so it didn’t affect me but lately I want to sleep later and take my time in the morning!
It looks like you guys are getting it worse than us, but like yo said any amount is annoying. I just hope it melts quickly.
Oh you were right about how it would be winter in March for you guys! That sucks so much! Our winter is FINALLY OVER. We still have rain every. single. day but at least it’s not snow anymore. I cannot WAIT until the sun comes out. I’ve never wanted something so bad in my life.
Nice job on all your workouts last week!
Where has the sun been??! It has to come out soon for you guys, right?
Way to work it all in! I started meditating with the Calm app! Lately my weekends have been sheer chaos so longish runs have been swapped to a weekday. Still I’m glad I’m not in serious marathon training because I’d never fit in big miles right now. We had 4″ on the ground when I got up at 5 this morning and it’s supposed to snow all the through until lunchtime Tuesday. Go us.
We had to move around Rob’s training this week because of the snow. Not sure how bad it will get today but we have a couple inches now and the rest of the day is supposed to be a mix of snow and sleet. Hope you are liking the Calm app!
March and April are the snowiest months in Boulder, but it’s definitely spring weather right now. It’s fooling me into thinking we’re past the winter weather, but I know it’s just a matter of time before we get a blizzard again. We got one in January, then a little bit of snow in February, but the big spring blizzard is still to come.
I hope you dont get too much more snow this winter!
We will have another cold snap here, but no snow. Last week, I worked out twice in the evenings. That is so out of character for me. But, it’s about doing what you can when you can. I was crunched for time in the mornings. And yes, I agree about quality over quantity. Thanks for linking, Lisa!
I was thinking that I may need to start doing some of my workouts after work, but I am just so tired when I get home! But you are right, its all about fitting it in when you can.
Kudos to the mediation- I really need to look into that! You are moving and all of that counts! I can’t believe the crazy weather everyone is having (not see I am sitting by the pool) Keep up the great work! Impressive 🙂
Yea this weather is definitely interesting! I’m really ready for spring now.
WTG getting in everything!
No snow but bitterly cold here in Atlanta. And since I have already put away my winter running clothes after a few weekends of 70s, indoor treadmill it is for me! Luckily, the weather turns soon.
The warm weather we had in February was definitely a tease. Im glad I didnt put away my winter clothes because we have had alot of cold runs since then!
What are those bands called? Trx? Does it work core too? It looks interesting.
Yes its a TRX system. Most of the moves involve the core because of the way you do the exercises. It’s really great! A lot of gyms have them, thats where I first tried it.
Love the idea of focusing on quality when you’re short on time. And yeah, just when I was starting to see a tiny bit of light at the end of my runs, back to pitch dark. Ugh. I’ve been thinking I’d like to start daily meditations…
Its so hard to deal with the dark mornings when DST starts! I cant wait for the mornings to get lighter again.
Your week sounds like my all the time. Despite my efforts to train at a certain time it never goes as plan but sometimes we have to be flexible with our methods. It’s nice to know I’m not alone.
You are right that sometimes we need to be flexible! If we want to be able to fit everything in we need to do what we can to make it happen.
Glad to see you get back in the swing of things! I need to pull out my TRX straps.
We just got snow overnight for the first time since December. All I can say is really?
Yea this snow is ridiculous. Where is that nice spring weather from last month?!
Awesome! You absolutely got in a lot this week! You must be feeling so incredibly accomplished!
Keep it up!
Thanks!
Yep.We got snow here, too (Iowa) last night. I think we got maybe 3-5 inches (??). It’s sloppy mess, and is supposed to be int he 50’s (again) by Friday., so it will all be disappearing LOL I agree…I’d rather have a cold February and then have a mild March usher us into spring.
That snow sounds like what we have today. Its supposed to hit 50 on Saturday but I could see quite a bit of refreezing before then.
Waking up to blog issues definitely throws off my day. Glad you were able to get it resolved so quickly. When I was on a business trip I definitely had to make the most out of shorter workouts, but it was always better than nothing.
Why are blog issues so frustrating? It really can throw off your day especially when things feel like they are out of your control.
When I’m short on time I usually focus on compound movements to target as many muscles as I can in a single movement.
TRX has been my go-to piece of equipment when Strength training. And learning more on how to properly use a kettlebell.
Those are great suggestions for getting in quality workouts!
You got some awesome workouts in. And I agree, I feel like I’m getting busier and busier and I can’t handle it! I look forward to running so it’s my “me” time, ya know?
Definitely! Even though Im busy I know I need to keep up with my workouts for my own sanity.
Good for you for prioritizing! Especially doing your core workout before your run! I tend to goof around a bit too much on my phone and computer when I’m doing my post-run exercises. But, I guess I do get them done, so there’s that!
Hey, was that plug in error related to CommentLuv? I seem to remember it spitting out errors the last few times I posted a comment….
I dont think the issue was commentluv, its was a header/footer plugin. But thats weird that its been giving you issues, I’ll have to look into that!
Great job on your runs and workouts! I need to get that Pilates for runners DVD! Yes it was warm here last week and now it’s freezing again. Our weather down south has been very strange too. Hope you have another great week!
Great job! i love that you have TRX at home… I need to get that set-up, as my core could use some work!!
Looks like a great week! I just broke out my trx, hoping to use it more. I just want to move past this injury so I can run again!
I hope you recovery quickly and can get back to running how you want! The TRX is a great tool for strength training.
This weather is getting out of control. 70 degrees last week, then brutally cold on Saturday, and snow last night and today?!? Spring needs to get here stat!
I know, right? Now I am 100% ready for spring.