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in Running, Weekly Wrap · October 31, 2016

Same Story, Different Blog

Oh hey, remember me? I just moved in to my new blog site and am still getting settled, but I missed blogging! I figured I would stick with my same routine and share last week’s workouts. I spent way too much time on computers last week, so any time I exercised it felt really good to move. I had to incorporate some upper body mobility work into my routine because my shoulders and neck were so tight! 

weekly workout recap

Workouts for the Week of 10/24-10/30

Monday: I had run 7 miles on Sunday, so took Monday off from running. I did my usual PT stuff, some strength training, and finished up with a short ride on the bike for about 10 minutes. 

monday

Tuesday: 3 miles plus PT exercises. I have two PT routines that I follow, one that I do before a run and the other I do on days that I am not running. This helps me to make sure I do all the exercises throughout the week but I save the longer routine for days when I have more time. 

tuesday

Wednesday: I’ve stuck with my goal to do Pilates once a week! I think this is the 4th week I have incorporated it into my routine. I am liking the added challenge of using the magic circle.

pilates

Thursday: 3 miles, but a little faster than usual. It was colder than I expected so I felt underdressed when I started. After a few minutes of easy running I added in some fartleks. This kept things interesting and helped me to warm up faster!
thursday

Friday: 30 minutes on the spin bike and the usual PT routine

friday

Saturday: 7 miles on a hilly route- I finally made it back to a nearby trail. It was a gorgeous route but definitely a struggle coming back home up a hill!
saturday

Sunday: Just a few minutes of core work/pt stuff

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Overall, a good week, and no complaints about the weather lately! I’m hoping fall sticks around a bit longer. 

How were your workouts last week?

Are you having nice fall weather?

Does your upper body get sore from working too long on a computer?

Linking up with Holly and Tricia for hosting the Weekly Wrap!

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  1. meredith (The Cookie ChRUNicles) says

    October 31, 2016 at 5:17 am

    it looks so nice! congrats! I will click around to make sure I follow you! so what happens? do you lose your old posts from running out of wine or does it look like they are now tied into this site ( I see old posts in your related posts I think here). must have been a ton of work, be proud for getting it done! I hate the tech stuff lol

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 5:23 am

      Thanks! Everything was moved over, but for some reason alot of the posts are still being password protected even though I changed the settings. Im hoping it just takes some time to reset, because Im not sure what to do otherwise! Im also not sure whats going on with Bloglovin- I havent been able to “claim” the new site yet and its still listing the title as Running Out of Wine.

  2. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    October 31, 2016 at 6:28 am

    I think you actually just uncovered something for me–I might be sore in my upper body from the computer! But then again… getting nothing accomplished, so maybe not… lol
    Love the new site. Do you feel like you got married and had to change your name? LOL

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:02 pm

      It does sort of feel like that! Its going to take awhile to adjust to typing the new name.

  3. Kristina Running says

    October 31, 2016 at 7:42 am

    Congrats on launching the new blog!

    The leaves in your last pic look so crunchy. I loooooove the sound of crunching leaves, but of course I hardly ever get to hear it since our leaves generally don’t fall off!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      We are finally just getting some crunchy leaves! We have had some warm warm fall weather this year.

  4. Laura @ This Runner's Recipes says

    October 31, 2016 at 8:10 am

    Congrats on the new site! The design is beautiful! That’s awesome how you’ve been able to make Pilates a part of your routine. The magic circle adds lots of upper body work to it. Great week of workouts and hooray for some faster running!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:04 pm

      Thanks! Its amazing the different that a simple tools like the magic circle can make to a routine!

  5. Lesley says

    October 31, 2016 at 8:29 am

    I don’t know if I’m sore from computer work, but my neck and shoulders have been tense lately. My chiro’s had to work out kinks the last couple visits. I have one in my neck right now that I’m trying to stretch out.

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:04 pm

      I think I need to get a massage or go to the chiro! I just cant get these knots out on my own.

  6. Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says

    October 31, 2016 at 9:04 am

    It has not felt like fall here with the temps in the 80s this weekend but this week it is suppose to be much cooler. Fall weather is nice, but I am not looking forward to what comes after fall. Congrats on launching the new blog, looks great!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:05 pm

      I am not looking forward to what comes after fall either! And thanks!

  7. Suzy says

    October 31, 2016 at 10:10 am

    Love the new site. NICE WORK, yo! Great job on the week’s workouts, too! I love your profile pic. You look gorg. 🙂

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:06 pm

      Thank you! was so tired of my old site and pic, so it was definitely time for a change.

  8. Megan @ Meg Go Run says

    October 31, 2016 at 12:46 pm

    Congrats on your new blog! Very chic. 🙂

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:06 pm

      Thanks!

  9. Teresa says

    October 31, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    Yes, I always get sore in my upper body from sitting at the computer too long. Fortunately, I manage a gym, so when this happens I just get up, walk out onto the floor and do a few uppper body weights! It’s a pretty good gig! 🙂 Love the new site!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      October 31, 2016 at 6:07 pm

      That is a great plan! I have been trying to stretch out my arms, neck and shoulders throughout the work day but Im not sure if its really helping at all.

  10. Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says

    October 31, 2016 at 7:55 pm

    The site looks great! I don’t know how people work at computers all days… I definitely get sore when I’m not able to move around throughout the day. Great job on your variety of workouts!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 1, 2016 at 5:10 am

      Thanks! I try to move around as much as possible during the work day. I think its all the blog work that sucks me in and I forget to take breaks!

  11. Sam @ Grapefruit & Granola says

    October 31, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    Your new site looks great! Did you design it yourself? I’ve been wanting to overhaul my blog theme but it seems so time-consuming 🙂

    For workouts, I just started the Kayla Itsines BBG workout program. This is my second week and so far I really like it. I am working out all areas of my body and building lots of strength back into my legs after taking about a month off of working out.

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 1, 2016 at 5:12 am

      I bought a theme on etsy but customized it alot. But it came with some widgets and instructions so that helped! It was still really time consuming because if one thing went wrong it would take me hours to fix.
      Ive heard good things about the BBG workouts! Hope you continue to like it!

  12. Marcia says

    October 31, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    Your new site looks great! Looks like you had a strong week of workouts. I loathe spending too much time on the computer. Ugh

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 1, 2016 at 5:12 am

      Thanks! I know, I said that next weekend I need someone to hide my laptop for at least a few hours.

  13. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    October 31, 2016 at 9:16 pm

    Love the new site! I can imagine the work it was, just changing my theme was a huge project in July. I haven’t run a hilly route in a while, it’s so dark out I’ve been sticking to the same old route but I need a change!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 1, 2016 at 5:13 am

      When I run in the dark mornings I stick to the same route, so its nice to change it up a bit on the weekends!

  14. Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says

    November 1, 2016 at 11:24 am

    I’m liking the new look of the site!

    You had a great week of workouts! Even though I’m not injured, I do need to step up my PT exercises and spend more time with the foam roller…my knees have been suffering due to neglect!

    I like the fall weather but it’s been so inconsistent lately!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 1, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      It really has been inconsistent! As much as I enjoy the warm weather I think Im done with this back and forth. I already put away all my summer clothes!

  15. HoHo Runs says

    November 1, 2016 at 4:58 pm

    Your new blog looks great! I’m getting back into my PT routine now. I had stopped it during the last few weeks before Chicago. But, I know I can’t let it slip! What a pretty trail. I know you enjoyed that 7 mile run! Thanks for linking, Lisa!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 1, 2016 at 7:29 pm

      Thanks! It was a great run.
      I always back off PT towards the end of marathon training. But as long as you get back to it you will be fine!

  16. Tricia Vaughn says

    November 2, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    Well hello Lisa! I almost marked you as a new linker lol. I love the site and the name is just perfect! You have done an amazing job on it! I can’t imagine how long you’ve worked on it!
    I too work at a desk all day and it sucks because I don’t get up near enough. Heck my bathroom is about 20 steps, copier, 8 and even kitchen about 25. I work for every step during the day I get!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      November 2, 2016 at 7:39 pm

      Thanks so much!!
      It’s so hard to stay active when at a desk all day. I try to move as much as possible but its never enough.

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