It’s that time of the month…
time to join up with Coco & Deborah for their ultimate coffee date.
1.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I was hedging on signing up for a 5k at the end of this month…
Sept 30, 2023 – 10AM
I did sign up!
It was such a fun time in 2022
Now I need to figure out how to get my 18 miler done too…
2. Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I may just add 5 more miles to my Half Marathon the weekend before.
Sept. 23, 2023 – 8AM
Two of my running friends will be running the 18 miler and so I plan to join them after I’m done (if my legs let me.)
3.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I have been going to the gym 3 times a week (on non-running days.)
I use the same machines and I’m getting quite bored.
But besides Sundays, I’m in a rush to get home in time to go to work.
I’m looking for ideas to spice things up… maybe wear my headphones and listen to podcasts, walk on the track…
4.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I did buy a new car (well, a 2021 which is newer than my 2010. LOL).
In my last Coffee Date, I mentioned my car requirements:
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- All wheel drive – need in the NE to get to my running routes, hikes and races in all wintry conditions.
- Heated seats and steering wheel – to immediately warm up after the freezing temp runs, hikes and races.
- Big enough trunk for all my running/hiking gear but an SUV is not necessary since my hubby drives a pick up truck.
My new car met all my running needs and more…
I did keep some important things from last car
5.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I’m excited about a visit to NYC this month. Not work or race-related. Just a day trip to hang out with a college friend.
us in France in the 70’s. LOL
Of course, I’m trying to figure out the logistics of squeezing in a run and connecting with Cari…
5 years ago! Cari meet-up, running, Central Park, ice cream = ❤
Happy Running! What’s new with you? Please share.
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You could venture out into free weights . . . the same machines would bore me too. Free weights tend to be a lot more functional (works more than just one body part).
I don’t actually like SUVs. Too damn big & gas guzzlers. I am just crossing my fingers that Old Faithful keeps on ticking along. I know someday it won’t.
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They don’t make many sedans anymore. Trust me and they’re expensive but I agree.
There’s a machine for every body part and I don’t have decide what to do. I think I may wear headphones and listen to a podcast. Many options.
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I think adding 5 miles to your half sounds like a good plan. Love the new car!
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Love the new car too. So far.
Phew. Glad you agree Coach Marcia.
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Your new ride looks sweet! I’ll be in the market for a new (to me) vehicle in the next year or two…I’m kind of excited and dreading it all at the same time, LOL. I’d do the half marathon and add the 5 bonus miles to get to your magical 18. For me, it would seem less like an 18-mile run that way 😉
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Car shopping is stressful. Glad that’s over.
Glad you agree about the 18. Not sure I’ll have enough energy. We’ll see.
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Haha, yes a trip to NYC is not complete without a run and ice cream with Cari! Beautiful new car and from a fellow runner? Even better!
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No. Those decals are from my car old. Lol.
Looking forward to NYC for those reasons.
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Of course you signed up for the races! I am a fan of using races as training for longer ones. Enjoy your new car-heated seats and steering are a must for me too. Re the gym: I would suggest doing Peloton strength classes there with all the availability of the weights That is what I do when I travel
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True. There are free Peleton classes I could do.
I do have to remember that it’s a training run not a race. And take it slow.
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Yes! Listen to podcasts while you’re working out at the gym. That’s what I do.
Your new car sounds amazing (yes, 2021 is new to me!) Glad you were able to meet all your running- related requirements.
I’m looking forward to hearing about how you fit in those long runs. Adding five miles to the end of a half sounds like a good option, especially if you can hook up with friends. You’ll figure it out!
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Ugh. Those long runs are daunting. As you know.
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Those are some fancy new wheels! And love that college snap, too!
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Thanks.
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I hope you have fun at your races + props to you for staying so consistent! (I really need to work on that..)
Congrats on your new car + have fun in New York!
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Thanks. Consistency is important but so hard.
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I actually have a hard time listening to a podcast while I work out. I find I work harder when I focus on what I’m doing — that mind-muscle connection?
Pretty car!
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Hmmm. Food for thought.
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Adding on to your half sounds like a great way to get that training run done.
Congrats on the new wheels 🙂
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I’ll definitely have to run slower than I did today.
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Congrats on the new car! I am not surprised you signed up for the race. 🙂
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Thanks.
I guess you know me. Lol
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Love the new car! Congrats!
I opted out of tomorow’s 5k because my foot hurts. I’ll get one at the end of the month!
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Oh no. Hope it heals.
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