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January 15, 2023      13 Comments

I am thrilled that year is off to a strong start: it goes me a little extra motivation! The second week of the year rushed in, full of all kinds of activities and lots of fun.



Sunday

  • Cardio: 4 miles, walking

Look at that sun! What a way to start the week!

Monday

  • Cardio: 8.8 miles, running + .72 miles, walking

So I know that looks like a lot of miles, but I am doing some running on my own and then meeting up with J as she eases back into running with Couch to 5K. It will balance at some point.

My brother-in-law and sister-in-law surprised us with a visit – Mr PugRunner especially. I let them have the day together while I handed driving A here and there for his various activities. It was a good day.

Tuesday

  • Cardio: 4.96 miles, walking

Tuesdays are always pretty busy, but no reason not to start with a solid walk!

Wednesday

  • Cardio: 5.02 miles, running + 3.89 miles, walking

This was a good, strong run. I was happy with all of it.

It was a kind of stressful rest of day, but I got through it, working on earrings orders. How cute are these?

Thursday

  • Cardio: 5.5 miles, walking

Another day, another walk. I did some miles in the neighborhood, and then I did some more in a nearby park when I went to make a delivery. Can we talk about my Brooks banana shirt? Love it.

The woods were good for me. I needed that decompression.

Friday

  • Cardio: 5 miles, running + .93 miles, walking

Happy five miles! I opted not to go for six because it was cold, and raining, and I had a race the next day. Do I look miserable in this photo? That’s because I am.

I had a lunch and planning session with another local creator.

In the evening, some of my current neighbors and I went to our old neighbor’s new house for sushi and wine. We used to see each other so much more but with the move and the holidays, not so much. It was perfect and wonderful and we need to do it more.

Saturday

  • Cardio: Resolution Run 5K

Obviously, I will share the race report this week, but it was a good run. It was’t my fastest 5K since my return from injury, but it was close. I’m proud of that.

It was also close to freezing! Maybe that’s the secret!

We had breakfast with my parents, and then headed home. From there, I showered really quickly and A and I drove into town to catch Tiger 24 at the St. Augustine Film Festival. What a sad and fascinating film.

And then I had to finish my vision board for National Vision Board Day! I am all ready to crush those goals!

Goal-getting + Thoughts

On another note, I really don’t watch much football, but our Jacksonville Jaguars somehow managed to pull of a crazy win last night and are on their way to the playoffs! Yay!

Confession: I won this amazing workout plan from @KimRunsTheMitten, and while I am so excited, life has prevented me from starting. I’m a little frustrated but also I have to honor the reality of my world. I am saving them all up and will be starting soon.

Other than that, my fitness world feels strong and solid. Let’s keep it going!


I am linking up with the Weekly Rundown, with Confessions of A Mother Runner and Running on the Fly! Check them out!

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  1. Jenny says

    January 15, 2023 at 6:22 pm

    Jenn, everything about this post sounds upbeat and happy- I can tell the second week of 2023 was great for you. I’m looking forward to that race recap!

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  2. Deborah Brooks says

    January 15, 2023 at 6:41 pm

    glad to see you a little happier this week! Congrats on your 5K what a way to start the year off strong

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  3. Wendy says

    January 15, 2023 at 6:54 pm

    Congrats on that speedy 5k!! I’m glad you are finding your speed again. It sounds like overall, you had a really good week!

    Reply
  4. Debbie says

    January 15, 2023 at 11:46 pm

    Congrats on your 5K – looking forward to your recap! Looks like a good week all around. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Kimberly Hatting says

    January 16, 2023 at 12:46 am

    Way to go on the 5K! That had to feel especially good after last week’s struggles. I’m glad this week was so much better for you 😉

    Reply
  6. Coco says

    January 16, 2023 at 3:26 am

    I’m so glad you had a good week. That game was crazy! What a comeback — and a lesson in never giving up!

    I love the earrings you’re making.

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  7. Susanne says

    January 16, 2023 at 11:48 am

    That’s so cool that you make earrings (and more, possibly?)! They are super cute! I’m so happy for you about the 5K race. It must pick up the mood a bit!

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  8. Marcia says

    January 16, 2023 at 6:17 pm

    So glad you had a better week! Good for you for making a vision board!

    Reply
  9. Lisa @ TechChick Adventures says

    January 16, 2023 at 7:16 pm

    Cute earrings! Do you have an Etsy shop? Good job on your 5K. That’s a great feeling to be showing solid proof of recovery! I know it’s a long journey back.

    Reply
  10. Kim G says

    January 17, 2023 at 12:15 am

    Always a great feeling to get off to a strong start for the new year!

    I had no idea that there was a national vision board day – that’s so cool! I did a vision board a few years ago and really enjoyed the process.

    Reply
  11. Michelle says

    January 17, 2023 at 2:42 am

    I’m so glad you had a good week!

    Love that you did a vision board – I haven’t done one in years but have been feeling the urge to have that visual reminder of my goals.

    Congrats on your 5K!

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  12. Chocolaterunsjudy says

    January 18, 2023 at 9:09 pm

    Sounds like a great week for you! Mmmm, sushi. Congrats on your strong 5k, too!
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  13. Zenaida Arroyo says

    January 21, 2023 at 9:27 pm

    I am so jealous of the sun! Please send it here. It has been so gloomy here, quite depressing. Great job on your race!

    Reply

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