Who else got to start off the new year with bitter cold temperatures and maybe even a snow storm? Seems like almost everyone has had this extreme weather lately. It did not seem like a very nice way to say to “welcome to 2018”.
I started out the week and new year with a cold run. The week before I had run on Saturday and Sunday in cold temps as well, so this made for the 3rd day in a row. At least on those days I was off from work and could run in the daylight. After my run Wednesday (in the dark) I was pretty much over running outside in that kind of weather.
We weren’t affected much by winter storm Grayson- just a dusting of snow (maybe an inch but it was hard to tell because the wind blew it around so much). It was really the cold and wind that was bad. I worked from home on Thursday and even though it probably would have been fine to drive, I was so happy to stay in sweatpants all day.
The worst part of working on Friday was the 2 block walk to and from my car. I basically had a scarf wrapped around my head and just had to do all I could to not get blown into the street. I was joking with a coworker that it’s ironic that I complain about walking to my car but I will voluntarily run outside in cold weather.
Oh, and remember that treadmill I told you about? It’s supposed to come on Tuesday, just in time for the weather to warm up.
Monday: 6.3 miles in the cold
A New Year’s Day run that was around 9 degrees. I wore so many layers that it was difficult to actually run. The amount of laundry I did over those 3 days of running in the cold is unreal.
Tuesday: 20 minutes spin bike, mobility and strength training
Back to reality meant back to strength training after a week off. I’ve been starting my workouts with the bike because it’s so cold in the basement. It felt good to get back to other workouts after some time away.
Wednesday: 5 miles in the cold
I braved the cold once again and actually thought it would be much warmer than it was. (They were claiming Wednesday would be a “warm” day that week.) I’d say 10 degrees is still pretty cold. At this point is there really much of a difference between really cold and really, really cold? It’s all bad.
Thursday: 30 minutes spin bike, mobility and strength training
This was the day we were supposed to get a winter storm. We were just west of where it got bad, but in the morning it was snowing and really windy and cold. I’m sure the roads were kind of icy too because it was such a small amount of snow. I had planned on keeping my workout indoors anyway so it worked out fine.
Friday: 10 minutes bike, 20 minutes yoga for runners
It was about -5 with the windchill and I could hear the 40 mph winds outside and had no desire to run. I decided to change things up by joining in Rachel’s Burpees, Planks and Push-Ups challenge. I’ve been avoiding burpees ever since did BBG last winter which felt like burpee overload. But I realized I may not be running outside for a couple of days so might as well try something different. I had to play catch-up because I missed the first 2 days so I did 30 burpees (broke up into sets of 10), 20 push-ups, and a 90 second plank.
I also tried this Yoga for Runners DVD that I got for Christmas. I used the 20 minute conditioning workout which is meant for cross-training days. i found it to be pretty easy but a decent flow to get me moving and stretching in some different ways.
Saturday: 45 minutes spin bike, push-ups and core
On Friday afternoon I felt like I was getting sick again. (I never felt like I got 100% better, but I was feeling pretty good Tuesday through Thursday). There was no way I was running in what felt like -8 degrees when I was already under the weather. So I hopped on the bike and just took it easy for 45 minutes. I finished up with some core work including 30 push-ups for the challenge.
Sunday: Rest
I thought about running but it was still cold and I really want to get better, especially because we are going to Florida next week!
I’m happy with these workouts considering all I want to do lately is curl up under a blanket near the fireplace. I always feel better after I exercises, but it sure is hard to get moving this time of year.
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What’s it been like near you lately?
Were you able to start off the year with some good workouts, or did the weather interfere?
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I can’t imagine going outside in these temps you mention! I actually fell asleep last night wondering if all of these “feels like negative” temps people are experiencing safe? I know we all adapt to our conditions and 30 and below sounds super frigid to me because it rarely gets below 60 here but is going out in negative conditions safe??!?! It sounds totally crazy to me! But that’s probably just because going out into anything below 50 feels super cold to me.
It can definitely be unsafe! Most of the people running in negative temps have done it before and know how to dress and when to call it quits…at least I hope so. The wind is a huge factor and that is what will usually keep me inside.
I hear you on the laundry thing! We have been so cold since Christmas and my mountains of running clothes laundry has been crazy! It felt amazing to run this week in temps in the 20s and finally the 30s. Looks like you had a great week. I may have to check out that yoga DVD, I am always looking for more yoga for runner ones.
The DVD is nice because its short and hits all the right spots!
It sure is a tough time of year to be a runner, isn’t it? I’m sorry, but I just don’t get those endorphins from a treadmill run. It’s moderating here, but I hope it stays. I’m jealous that you are going to Florida!
Florida will be a nice change but only a high of 60 while Im there. (Still, that sounds tropical right now, but not pool weather!)
I give you so much credit for running outside last week. After Monday, I just couldn’t do it!
That’s good news about your treadmill being delivered this week! I’m sure it will come in handy once we get another blast of super cold weather this winter!
I only ran outside once after Monday! Then I had to call it quits too. It will definitely be nice to have the treadmill as an option moving forward.
OMG this winter is brutal. I can’t recall the last time I ran outside and now with 15 inches of snow plowed all over the place in piles, I don’t know when it will melt enough to be out there again. Not to mention the brutal temps. Is it spring yet?
It feels like it is going to be one of those brutal, never-ending winters!
I’m in awe of all you guys getting in any runs in this weather! If lived there, I’d be on the spin bike all the time! Yay for Florida though!! Hope you are feeling better by then and have a wonderful trip! You’ll get in some nice warm runs there 🙂
I think this week will feel tropical after the frigid cold we have had! And then Florida will feel even better! (Although still chilly by Florida standards)
I’m impressed with your runs in that cold of weather! I remembered when visiting the midwest this weekend just how many more layers are needed when it drops that low in temperature and ended up skipping a run because I didn’t have enough layers. Single digits and below are brutal! I bet Florida will be a welcome break from the cold!
It would be so hard to run when traveling in temps like that because of all the clothes you have to bring! That’s why I never plan to run outside in Michigan- its so much easier to pack a few pairs of shorts and tank tops and run on the treadmill.
I’ve been running inside more than out. The weather is just brutal. I’m doing the challenge as well and need to get cracking on today’s 40 burpees. Ouch!
Those burpees were rough! But the challenge is good especially since its much easier to work out inside than out these days.
We had such a cold last couple of days..our pipes actually FROZE over the weekend! It was the worst.
The wind makes it feel so much colder! I’m still running outside, I just can’t bring myself to run on the (dread)mill.
Oh man that is so frustrating about your pipes! I was worried that would happen because some of our neighbors had that problem. Hopefully it warms up soon!
Brrr! It’s been tough- most of my running has been on the treadmill, which I am getting really tired of. But I’m also fighting something (head cold/cough thing) and I don’t think all the cold air would be good in my lungs. Thankfully this week looks milder!
I feel like the cold weather is the reason my cold has lingered for so long. Whenever I run outside Im sure I make it worse. I cant wait for temps to be above freezing later this week!
I just completed the running streak on New Year’s so no more challenges for me anytime soon. I don’t like yoga but maybe I’d like the one that is geared toward runners. Fingers crossed that your treadmill comes tmrw! That has come in pretty handy last week during those single temps.
The yoga DVD is perfect for runners because its short and hits all the right spots!
I’ve been sidelined by the flu since Christmas so my year didn’t start out as I hoped… but I am hoping to get back to a routine soon. Luckily, it’s not that cold here on the West Coast (I’d probably opt for the gym most times if it was that cold!)… kudos to you for even making it out there in these freezing temperatures!
I hope you are feeling better! Its tough to start out the new year not feeling well.
I bet yoga for runners is really good. Way to keep active this week. Hopefully it will warm up soon.
Thanks! It was good to have some other options for workouts when I wasn’t running.
I love working from home because I do wear yoga pants. If I don’t have to dress up, I’m not going to.
Same here- especially this time of year, I never want to put on real clothes!
You just reminded me that I have that yoga for runners DVD here somewhere!! I have to find it
It’s nice to have yoga DVDs for days when you want to get in a short practice and don’t feel like going to a studio.
It’s very impressive you got out for two runs in those conditions! I’ll admit, in the winter I’ll wear some of my running clothes more than once — but only if they past the smell test. LOL. I could never (and would never) do that in the summer. I hope your weather moderates next week. You’ll have to try out the treadmill anyway though. Thanks for linking!
I have been wearing some stuff more than once but honestly it doesn’t really make a dent in the amount of laundry I have!
I give you a lot of credit for running in those temps! Once it hit single digits I just knew there was no chance of me running outdoors. Thankfully the weather should be warmer this week.
I think I lost my motivation after Wednesdays run last week! Im definitely looking forward to the warmer temps that are on their way.
You got in awesome work outs! Well done. I had to hibernate all week because we did get snow and I can’t share the road with cars hat have little control. Florida will probably feel like heaven 🙂
When we get a lot of snow I cant run outside for awhile either. Luckily the blizzard pretty much missed up. Yes, I am definitely excited for the warmer Florida weather!
I’m so like you – I was complaining about how cold I was walking to my car from a store but then I bundled up and went for a run later on. Maybe I just need to start dressing like I’m going for a run in subzero temps all the time so I’m not so cold? Haha – NO!
I know, right? Its bad enough having to deal with all those clothes for a run, there’s no way I would want to dress like that to walk somewhere outside. Lately I have just been avoiding the outdoors other than when Im running.
I had to laugh at your comment about walking two blocks vs. running several miles. I can totally relate! I avoid the grocery store (on the way home from work) because I don’t want to have to walk across the parking lot.
Yes! In general I have been avoiding going outside at all other than for my runs.
We are dealing with the opposite extreme! Severely high temperatures that have kept us indoors! Luckily my treadmill came in handy and I managed one night run at past 8pm but temp was still over 90F! Sounds like you did very well with your workouts and managed to juggle things around accordingly. Not fun – world climate has gone crazy!
Wow, it’s so unbelievable how warm it is for you and how cold it is for us! The treadmill is certainly a good option to have for those cases of extreme weather.
Great job with your workouts this week! It was frigid here so I didn’t get as much in as I had hoped for. It feels like it is a heat wave this week though lol!
It seems like everyone struggled last week because of the weather! Im sure runners everywhere are loving the warmer temps that have finally arrived.
It looks like you had a pretty good week of workouts to start of the year! Thats exciting though that your new treadmill is coming (or came since its Tuesday now that i’m reading & commenting) even though it is supposed to be warmer this week!
It came today and Im so excited! Even though its warmer out now I still want to test it out this week.
This past week was mentally so tough with all the cold weather running – I tried to embrace it as much as possible! Nice job getting it done…and I’m too much of a wimp to join Rachel’s challenge!
It was a tough week for many runners! Im glad we are getting a break now. It was too long of a stretch with day after day of freezing temps.