Home In Time For The Winter Storm

I know it’s silly to think about the idea of a winter storm in Florida, but here we are. We got home from the Keys just ahead of a nasty swath of weather that reduced the Walt Disney World Half Marathon to seven miles, and sent a tornado through Ft. Lauderdale. Yikes. What a way to start this Weekly Roundup!

Sunday

• Cardio: 4.02 miles, walking

Since we unpacked and did a ton of laundry on Saturday, Sunday was a more chill day. But that didn’t mean I could skip my miles!

And then we just sort of loafed and lounged the day away. You know the pugs were so happy to have us back.

Monday

• Cardio: 6 miles, running + 2 miles, walking
• Strength: Arms + Abs, 60 minutes

Happy Monday and back to the gym we go! I started the morning with a really strong run.

And then I went back to the Y. It actually wasn’t super crowded, which was a surprise for a Monday after the New Year, but I wasn’t complaining. I also didn’t feel totally outmatched, which was another surprise after being out for so many days.

When I got home, it was time for Winter Storm Flynn watch. While we were located on southern edge of the front, high winds and tornadoes were predicted for our area. Every other school in our area shut down for Tuesday, while ours offered an early release. Sigh.

Tuesday

• Cardio: 4 miles, walking + 1.5 miles, ARC trainer
• Strength: Legs + Abs, 60 minutes

I hit the gym early, before the weather could get started, and wrapped it up with some walking miles. My legs (especially my hips) were a little sore, but I blame the long car ride of Saturday and gross weather. Again, I managed every rep and weight on my program, as if I had never left.

The winds whipped up soon after I got home, and our school finally called it quits. They sent a message advising that we could pick up students at 2 instead of 2:50. Students drivers, walkers, and bikers were also released. Everyone else had to wait until the busses came at 2:50. What a mess. You know we picked up A and his girlfriend for the afternoon. There was a tornado warning that kept us ready to run for our safe room, but the funnel touched down about 20 minutes from us. Not my favorite night.

Wednesday

• Cardio: 6 miles, running + 2.5 miles, walking
• Strength: Arms + Abs, 60 minutes

J has a new work schedule for the semester, so we are restructuring our runs and walks. This means I had one more day on my own. Boo.

It also means I didn’t have to get up super early, and since it was cold, I took advantage of that. For the first time ever, I went to the gym around 1, and was thrilled to find it nearly empty. The trainer told me to be out by 2:30, as that’s when all the middle schoolers arrive. No need to tell me twice!

I also treated myself to a soup and salad for lunch before I did school pickup.

Thursday

• Cardio: 4.14 miles, walking
• Strength: Legs + Abs, 60 minutes

After the storm, things keep getting colder and colder. This morning actually saw me wear another hoodie layer over the following outfit.

Friday

• Cardio: 2.59 miles, running + 2.65 miles, walking
• Meditation: Anti-Stress Class

I woke up late and was on a super tight schedule, so I told myself that I was going to run a mile straight to save time. Usually I run 5:1 intervals, but I figured I could try. And I did it! So I walked for a little break and then did it again for mile 2! Who am I?

Then I zipped over to the dojo to join an introductory Anti-Stress class. We covered qigong, tai-chi, and guided meditation over the course of 45 minutes. Surprisingly, I enjoyed it, and hope to try some more of the classes.

In the evening, we split up and I went to Eagle Scout Court of Honor, while the boys went to a Winter Guard show. I was very ready for bed at the end of the night.

Saturday

• Cardio: 4.5 miles, walking

I was hoping to make the drive to ParkRun, but I stayed up too late and my bed said “nope.” Instead, I walked in the wind at home.

A wanted to spend the day out, so I just used the opportunity to dig into work and meet some deadlines. It was a great use of time, especially since I still have to take down the Christmas tree. Procrastination, anyone?

Thoughts + Goals

Well, we are another week into 2024 and things are going well, especially after the vacation. We have a three day weekend so A still hasn’t even had a full week of school, but that will sort out.

We are working on band things and life things, and getting ready for another trip, so it’s all good things over here.

This week I am working on more miles without intervals, and leaning into some of the new workouts on my weightlifting app. Every few weeks, it switches things up (with no warning), and I get the chance to try new things.

How was your week? Did you get hit by any winter storms?

Weekly Rundown

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