Monday again? How did that happen? These weeks are just flying by. This one in particular felt more like April than February. I was so glad to be out running again! The warmer weather really got me in the mood for spring running. Not sure if this is an early spring or not, but I’ll take what I can get. Yay for spring running in February!
Weekly Workouts: Spring Running in February
Monday: 45 minutes spinning + lower body workout
This lower body workout included a lot of glute and hip exercises like bridges and clamshells. Also did squats, lunges, calf raises, and stability ball hamstring curls.
Tuesday: Upper body workout+ 25 minute run/walk
First real sunrise run of the year! The sky was on fire, so it worked out that I was taking plenty of walking breaks anyway so I could take pictures.
Wednesday: Lower body workout + core/stability
Similar to Monday’s workout, but just warmed up on the bike for 10 minutes, and added in core work and foam rolling at the end of my workout.
Thursday: Upper body workout + 30 minute run/walk
Pretty much the same as Tuesday. No sunrise though because it was cloudy! However, 55 degrees at 5:30am? No complaints there!
Friday: 30 minutes spinning + Pilates for Runners DVD
I wasn’t really feeling the bike, but its easier to get through it when I just mess around on my iPad the whole time. This meant my workout was less intense, but at least I got in a little cardio. I also did my Pilates for Runners DVD. I really need to do this more! It always leaves my hips burning and includes core work, push-ups, and balance exercises too.
Saturday: 4 mile run + 20 minutes yoga
For this run I ran at a pretty tough pace and then just stopped to walk when I got tired. (The walking wasn’t counted in my mileage). It definitely felt more normal than last week, but still a little off. The yoga videos I did were focused on core and hip stability. Loving this spring running in February!
Sunday: Rest day
I can’t believe tomorrow is the last day of February! I’ll be looking back at the month and starting to think ahead to March in my next post.
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Did you have spring running in February?
See any good sunrises lately?
Would you rather run hard and take walk breaks or run moderately without stopping?
the weather was wonderful last week! I hope it continues.
Same here! But I have a feeling we won’t get that lucky.
The weather last week was ahhhhhmazing!!! Fingers crossed it stays around for a little bit longer. I’m not ready for later upon layer again.
Agreed! A nice smooth transition into spring would be lovely.
Yeah! So glad you had a more normal week and got in a few runs in nice weather!
It’s been summer like here, which is so killer. Every day has been in the mid 80s lately and it feels wayyy too early for that. I remember reading last fall that we would have a warmer than usual winter but I didn’t think it would be this bad! :'( I’m worried that summer is going to just be scorching since it’s already so hot!
That’s awful! You should start taking trips up north in the summer to get a break from the intense heat.
You know I LOVE a good sunrise! And that, my friend, is a great sunrise. Can we talk about how it is almost March? When and how did that happen??
I have no idea how that happened! The past few months have flown by.
I have some days where I am so not into the bike but I have started taping some shows to motivate me
That’s a great idea.Sometimes I just need to distract myself when I’m working out.
This weather has been so amazing! I’m going to be sad when “real” winter comes back- but I’m sure it’s not done yet.
Great week of workouts! Like you, I’d enjoy pushing the pace on the run with walk breaks over a slow, steady pace.
Sometimes it’s nice to just focus on running harder! I think its good to run different paces and right now I can’t run really hard without walking breaks.
It definitely has not felt like February the last week, I hope it’s here to stay. That sunrise is beautiful!
I hope so too but I have a feeling winter’s not quite done!
Yes, the spring weather was awesome! Now that Feb is over, I’m counting down to April!! As a teacher, April and May are my favorite months. I’m sure you can imagine why…
I still love April and May even though I dont work in a school anymore!
Oh, good. I’m glad you had a good week! The weather helps. Our weather has been awful. We haven’t had this much snow in decades. and snow is on the forecast all week this week right into next weekend. IN MARCH. Tragic.
Snow in March is just rude. I hope this is the last you see of it this year!
We had almost summer weather here this past weekend with temps hitting in the 80s, but of course now it went down about 30 degrees. I think I would rather run at a moderate pace continuously rather than taking walk breaks. I feel like it is harder to run again after taking that time to walk.
Thats a good point- sometimes I feel that way too. But for this run I just had the urge to run hard but couldn’t do so without occasional walking breaks.
I love that it’s light in the morning, but then Daylight Savings arrives in two weeks. I haven’t seen the sunrises yet, but the sun is quite powerful when I’m driving to work. I head east to start, so the sun is right in my eyes.
I hate when the sun is in my eyes while I am driving! Im not looking forward to DST. I’m really enjoying the lighter mornings!
That sunrise is gorgeous. I love sunrise/sunset, people get sick of my instagram because I take them so often lol.
Hard/moderate Running depends on my workout. When you’re doing speed work it feels good to stop and take a little walk break lol.
I agree, it depends on my workout too. And how Im feeling that day. Sometimes I just want to run easy and not stop, other times it feels good to run really hard but I may need breaks once in awhile.
The weather is so weird right now on the West Coast! We had SNOW in the Seattle area this morning when last year it was very springy at this time! I’m glad you got to enjoy nice running weather this week!
The weather has just been so strange this year! Hopefully you guys get spring weather soon.
We were pushing 70 last Tuesday but then winter blew back in. That said, it’s back in the 50’s today so I cannot complain at all. Kind of makes me wish I had a spring marathon to train for.
The weather really has been all over the place. Its definitely a good year to train for a spring marathon!
Sounds like a solid week. And that sunrise!!
Definitely makes getting up early worth it!
Great week for you!! Unfortunately… in MN it’s cccooollld again! 🙁
This week started out cold for us too. But somehow its supposed to hit 75 on Wednesday (with thunderstorms). This weather is all over the place!
I’m a pretty dedicated run-walk-run devotee, so I’m good with the walk breaks. I wish I could go longer without walks, but even at my most moderate pace, my throat/windpipe just doesn’t allow me to breathe consistently enough to make it happen. What can you do?
Weather has been a mess here. I don’t know what’s going on. Hoping to see a beautiful sunrise tomorrow!
There is definitely something to be said for the run-walk method. So many people have great success with that! I hope you get a great sunrise!
I’m so glad to see you running again! Do you have any races in mind now that you’re back at it?
I don’t think I’m quite there yet…still trying to get back in the groove and assess how everything is really feeling!
I’m looking forward to more sunrise runs as my 26.2 training officially gets underway in a couple weeks. There’s just something about leaving the house in the dark and returning back home with a beautiful sunrise behind you 😉
Thats the best feeling! I love this time of year for the sunrises!
We had a day that felt like summer last week. I keep looking at the weather prediction and hoping for one snow, but it seems like we are fully heading into spring.
I saw something about snow on Friday…not sure if it will actually happen though!
Spring time weather in San Diego is forecasted next week with highs in the 70s so I’m looking forward to wearing shorts and tank tops.
I saw a spectacular sunrise about a week ago and it just made me feel grateful.
That weather sounds perfect! And a good sunrise really is amazing.
Great job on your workouts and what a beautiful sunrise!! Yes our azaleas our blooming here in the south. They think it’s spring!
Thanks! It’s really crazy how many flowers are already blooming because of the warm weather!
Yes the weather is beautiful here and I have lilies everywhere! You had a great week of workouts- very impressive! I like to run at a moderate pace and just keep it going. Once I stop it gets tough to get it all going again 🙂
It can definitely be tough to start running again after a walking break!
You captured a stunning sunrise. I usually end up messing around with my phone on I/G or reading blogs while on my bike trainer. And, I always cycle faster when I’m doing that. So — I keep doing it! Something about taking walk breaks messes with my head. I lean toward moderate paces with no stopping.
Thats interesting that you cycle faster when you are distracted! I hope that works for me too!
I have been loving this spring like weather. It has made it so easy to want to get outside and be active.
Exactly! I am way more motivated to run outside when its nice out.
I think it’s spring here in western NC as well…I’m loving it but makes me nervous about how hot summer may get?! Nice workouts! Smart lady to do those bridges and clamshells! 🙂
I am also getting nervous about summer! I just hope we actually have a spring and it doesn’t get ridiculously hot in April.
You know my hubs has been back running, he does intervals all the time pretty much and is doing great. He can run harder then rest to run harder again.
I know when I do speed drills my pace is just as good if not better than trying to run the whole time so there is truth to this method!
I definitely think alot of people can benefit form the run-walk method for all sorts of workouts!