We made it to March! The end of February makes me feel like the toughest part of winter is over, so hopefully that means no more snow or ice! (I’m trying to ignore the forecast that is calling for snow on Thursday night…) I wouldn’t mind less wind, too, but I don’t want to get greedy. As usual I am here to share my progress on my goals now that the month is over. You can read my January check-in here.
Summary of February:
Surprisingly this month went kind of fast. We had a couple of snow days but no more big storms, and I was able to do all of my runs outside! There were times when I planned indoor workouts or rest days around the weather, but overall it wasn’t terrible for the middle of winter.
I ran a virtual 10k this month: the Zooma Run Love challenge. I also started adding a little bit of speed work into my routine.
I blogged 2-3 days this month but found I was more tired than usual at the end of the day. This led to a bit of delay in comment replies and not always commenting on other blogs as I would have liked.
I’m not sure what else really happened this month. It went by in a blur; there were really cold days and really warm days, lots of wind and rain, and a little snow and ice. Oh, but how could I forget my worst run in a long time?
I gave up coffee for Lent, but don’t worry, there was plenty of wine:)
A few other posts from this month:
What I Learned About my Running at the UVA Speed Clinic
Is Stretching Worth Your Time?
FITNESS GOALS:
- Continue to work on staying strong and healthy I wrote about the results of my running assessment and what I learned that I should be doing to stay healthy. I’ve been keeping up with my core work and strength training even as my mileage has begun to increase.
- Run/Walk 2016 miles This month I ran 92 miles and walked 75 miles. I’m at 341 total miles for the year. (I track my walking using my Vivofit but subtract a mile each day for what I consider just getting around the house.)
- Work towards a BQ No marathons are scheduled for anytime soon. I’m working on building a solid base right now.
- Work towards sub 1:40 half I’m still starting to think about training for a half, but haven’t decided on one yet.
- Do at least 10 push-ups 3 days per week This month I did push-ups 4 days a week! I do between 15 and 45…sometimes on a bosu, sometimes using a TRX, and sometimes I do eccentric push-ups. It just depends what I feel like each day.
OTHER GOALS:
- Improve posture Still working on this. I really need to start setting an alarm or something to remind myself to sit better at work.
- Move more I have continued to be more mindful of getting up and moving more during the day, but I know there are stretches where I get wrapped up in my work and don’t move for hours. Luckily I have a small bladder and go to the bathroom all day long, so that is like my automatic reminder to get up and move!
- Focus on saving money Not bad, not great. I had lots of gifts to buy this month plus some flights, but I didn’t really spend on things for myself.
- Get back in the habit of weekly meal prep I did meal prep all weekends expect the one that I was away at a baby shower. So I just planned all quick/easy meals for that week and sent Rob to the grocery store with a list while I was gone:)
- Make time to unplug Lately I spend about 45 minutes after dinner doing blog stuff, and then I have had enough. I’ve either been reading before bed or just going to sleep really early.
I’m not trying to wish away time, but I kind of hope that March goes by quickly because I am ready for spring to officially be here!
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How did you do with your goals in February?
What are you looking forward to in March?
i am with you. totally ready for spring and summer! I am ignoring the weather too which is mentioning snow for Friday morning since they are showing 60’s for next week! train for half in ny! I will run it too! li is coming up in may and there are a few in the fall (one in sept and a few in October including rock and roll Brooklyn)
Hmm so I actually just looked at the LI half and I will be on Long Island for a bridal shower that weekend! Let me think this through but there is a very good chance it could work.
Looking forward to warmer weather, of course! Although I’m with you on the wind, it’s really howling out there today and we’re expect some to be up to 40 mph. Luckily I ran yesterday. Oh, and the temps are supposed to fall from the 40s into the 20s. 🙁
That is a whole lot of running for someone who isn’t really training for anything right now!
I am definitely over this wind! And the cold!
I am definitely loving moving more this month (I’m sure you can understand that!). Yesterday, the wind was crazy here! The lake looked seriously out of control. I’m ok with not running in that!
I kept feeling like my car was moving today from all the wind! I was glad I didn’t run in that.
I am also trying to run 2016 during the run the yr challenge. I’m sure I won’t grt there but so far I have logged over 100 miles for the last two mths. I need to learn to unplug too before bed. Too much scrolling thru my phone at night. I am looking forward to running the half down in Dallas this mth.
Social media can be so adducing, especially when we have it on our phones!
I did better in February incorporating more strength and yoga, which was one of my goals. Yay! In March, I’m looking forward to more sunlight, warmer weather, and seeing more green.
Nice job on the strength and yoga! And yes, more green would be lovely!
I was just ready to move on from February. What a tough month. I have vacation tomorrow, and it’s very needed at this point. I plan to unplug as much as I can since I’ll be with my family.
Have a great vacation!
This really was such a mild winter. This morning was crazy windy, but I have a feeling that warm weather is right around the corner. I’ve just wanted to be outside all the time lately!
Im seeing 70s for late next week which makes me happy!
The posture goal is one I hadn’t thought of but seems key. Since I started working I find myself sitting a lot more (though I move a lot still by walking to get water, coffee, to the ladies room etc at least every hour if not every half hour to one or the other!) and can feel it in my back and shoulders.
Its definitely good to move around when stuck sitting at work all day!
I have some similar goals as you. Ever since I hurt my back at Christmas I’ve been doing core work, and I think it’s really helping me. I’ve also been stretching out my chest and shoulders to work on having better posture. I slouch WAY too much.
Great job in February! I’m so glad that dark month is gone though. Hopefully you guys don’t get snow tomorrow.
Glad the core work is helping! Its annoying but definitely worth a few minutes a day.
I just sat up a little straighter, LOL!! I need to work on my posture as well. I am ready for spring, too!
I don’t think about my posture goal nearly enough!
The start of March is always so exciting after how long and dreary February seems! The wind here has been crazy this week. You’re doing so well in working towards your goals, especially those pushups.
Thanks! And I am definitely hoping March brings less wind and more sun!
I of course am looking forward to my half marathon this month! I too am working on my posture as well as getting up from my desk every hour to stretch out my legs. You should look into the St. Michael’s half marathon in May–it’s a super flat course and along the water! I did it May 2013 and am doing it again this year.
Thanks, I will have to look into that one!
Yay for outdoor runs! February flew by for me too, and March starts off with a little taper before my first race of 2016. Hope the snow melts quickly and you get some warm(er) weather!
Thanks, I hope so too!
I probably feel this way every year but I’m also more than ready to skip over to April! Looks like this weekend might be the last long run in the 20s. Love that you’re making room for wine even though coffee’s out 🙂
I am with you on skipping right to April! Wouldn’t that be nice? But I guess then it would be sooner that we are complaining about the heat and humidity.
i didnt set any monthly goals but i looks like you did a great job! i hate when life gets busy and i cant comment on the blogs i follow as much but hey thats life right 🙂 where did you buy flights for, anywhere interesting?!
The flights were for a baby shower in Boston, a Baptism is Arkansas, and a bachelorette weekend in Miami! All over the place!
I have a hard time improving my posture. 🙁 I mean, I sit up straight or stand while I sing at work (which is a lot!!) but when I am at my desk, I am totally slouching. 🙁
Thats better than most people because you stand and sing throughout the day! I have been trying to stand more when I am not at work and when I am standing I tend to have better posture.
Looks like a great month for you! February was productive for me as well. I’m glad my training is going well in spite of my persistent PF pain. I just keep working on it…
Its annoying that you are still dealing with it but you really are doing everything you can!
You had a solid month! I too feel like Feb just slid by (yay!). We had one “snow event” a couple days ago and are in the midst of another, with still more scheduled for Saturday. They’re not amounting to a ton but I think we’re getting more snow now than we got in Jan and Feb. Bring on spring already!
I am just excited that its gonna be 70 here next week! Just gotta get through the little bit of snow thats coming tonight.