week 73: almost through the may-hem

Several other bloggers have pointed out that May brings the “may-hem” and I would like to proudly say we are close to finished! Le4t’ts get through this month strong!



Sunday

• Cardio: 4.29 miles, walking

Welcome to Sunday, and another week. I started the day with a walk, because that’s what we do.

And then we waited for A to come home from his Brotherhood weekend. He showed up, sporting a brand new sash and lots of smiles.

Monday

• Cardio: 5 miles, running + walking (beach + bridge)

It was a gorgeous beach day. I think it helped that I left a little earlier and got a jump on the sunrise.

We are in the last weeks of school, literally, but A had the chance to go to a mini band camp at his new high school. It was weird having him gone for three hours of the evening Monday through Thursday, but that’s going to be the reality next year.

Tuesday

• Cardio: 5.89 miles, running + walking
• Core + Glute Session: 3 x 20 glute bridges, 3 x 20 frog pumps, 3 x 20 single leg raises (each side), 3 x 20 side leg raises (each side), 3 x 20 donkey kicks (each side), 3 x :20 side plank (each side)

Off I went for my morning run. The humidity is definitely back and it’s making everything pretty awful. This is what we have to deal with now.

Mr PugRunner and i had a date breakfast and then I headed out to the store to pick up some more white shirts and black shorts for A’s band camp. He will need the items for summer, too, so might as well be prepared.

Wednesday

• Cardio: 5.06 miles, walking
• Tricep Session: 2 x 16 shoulder taps, 2 x 16 reverse chest presses, 3 x 8 inverted chest flys, 2 x 16 diamond chest presses, 3 x 8 skull crushers.

I got my walk done.

Leonidas had what we thought was a bug bite on his foot, but it wasn’t getting better. Back to the vet we went. The diagnosis was a benign cyst that got infected. Sweet puppy got a shot of antibiotics, and a lot of cuddles. Then he came home to hang with sissy.

Thursday

• Cardio: 4.64 miles, running + walking
• Core + Glute Session: 3 x 20 glute bridges, 3 x 20 frog pumps, 3 x 20 single leg raises (each side), 3 x 20 side leg raises (each side), 3 x 20 donkey kicks (each side), 3 x :20 side plank (each side)

I had an early morning so we had to rush through our run.

I got cleaned up and went to a meeting for St. Augustine Mom! We are back and I am so ready to resume my role of contributor!

Mr PugRunner and his buddy went to the Welcome To Rockville festival in Daytona, while I held down the fort at home. A had his last day of mini camp and parents were invited to watch the last hour of practice.

Friends, I was blown away by the band and guard. In only four short days (12 hours), they have come so far. I could not be more proud and we are all so excited for what comes next.

Friday

• Cardio: 4.76 miles, walking

TGIF!

It was another busy, busy day.

I worked on getting everything ready for the weekend, and then gott ready for action. A had his 8th grade dance at school. Mr PugRunner wanted to help get him ready, so I headed to my volunteer assignment at the school, and the boys went out to dinner.

It was a bittersweet evening. This would be my last time volunteering at a major event in middle school. I do plan to continue, but under the umbrella of the Arts Boosters for this high school. I have been in the PTA/PTSO since A was in kindergarten, and I think it’s time to shift to something new.

Saturday

• Cardio: 8.27 miles. running + walking
• Tricep Session: 2 x 16 shoulder taps, 2 x 16 reverse chest presses, 3 x 8 inverted chest flys, 2 x 16 diamond chest presses, 3 x 8 skull crushers.

I was just exhausted after Friday night. I slept in a little, and hoped to work around the forecasted rain storms. J was able to join me for the morning miles, so that was good.

While I was doing that, A went to karate: he had his pre-test for his upcoming 2nd Dan test. His sensei likes to check in with students who might be ready to ensure they are prepared. A is ready to go. He has a few things to work on and tidy up, but he will test in June. Eek.

And after that, Mr PugRunner brought him to meet up with his Scouts troop on their campout. He hated missing any of it, but it was for a good cause.

Goal-getting + Thoughts

Now that summer is here, it’s time to slow down, hydrate, and ride it all out. Sigh.

I’m having a lot of feelings. We are very much at the end of an era, and it’s crazy to think that my little guy will be entering 9th grade. It’s great, really, but also mind-blowing.

On the plus side, Leonidas is doing really well, and healing fine, and Luna is still being amazing as big sister. And running is going, as it does.

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

How was your week in training? Anyone have anything to which they are saying goodbye?