Another race is no surprise… Three weekends in a row!!
This time it was a 10k and on Governor’s Island in NYC. You know how I love NYC.
Last Week –
- Sunday – The weather wasn’t that great (and my hubby wanted to watch the US Open men’s final) so we didn’t head up to the lake.
Instead I went to the gym and asked my running friend Deb to teach me how to dead lift… she taught me form and I just worked with free weights (not ready for the big time yet which starts at 65 lbs).
Deb demonstrating what to do
Afterward, I went to a former co-worker’s consignment shop party (where I did some retail therapy).
and finally I met a tennis friend at a restaurant to watch the US Open.
- Monday – I started the day with a run with my running friend Deirdre.
in the 40s but felt great
After WFH, I had my first group mentor run with the STEM (Wednesday is my normal volunteer day).
unfortunately there were twice as many mentors as runners… hope we get more!
- Tuesday – WFH all week and a run at UAlbany
another tough one… too warm and I prefer morning runs
before I met my BFF for a walk.
- Wednesday – I hit the gym before work because in the evening I was going to the movies with a former co-worker.
so good!!! Sad that this is the end!!
- Thursday – Always a sad day. I remember that day so vividly…
Too busy in the morning so I squeezed my run in after work with a running friend and then went out for pizza.
lots of signs on the rail trail for this upcoming 5k
- Friday – Early train to NYC. After checking into my hotel, I bopped around the city checking off sights on my to-do list.
My first stop was the 9-11 Memorial.
bottom left is the survivor’s tree
Next I wandered over to the Hudson River and discovered the newly renovated Battery City and Rockefeller Parks.
many more metal sculpture pics on IG and FB
It was Feast of San Gennaro so I walked to Little Italy.
had a nice lunch and discovered a new art exhibit…
Time to head uptown and meet Cari at the Met. I had wanted to see the rooftop garden before it closed. I took the subway partially and then walked (30 blocks) down Fifth Avenue.
We wandered around the museum and then walked to the East River and of course, we ended out visit with gelato.
Yes, way too many miles on the legs the day before a race. But it’s NYC!!
- Saturday – Squirrel Stampede 10k on Governor’s Island.
An early morning subway ride to get the ferry to Governor’s Island. I arrived a little after 7 and caught the 7:30am ferry. I arrived way too early but walked around, chatted with many runners waiting for the race to begin at 9am.
I loved the course though one loop would have been more fun and if it weren’t so darn sunny and humid.
I finished (even won my age group), grabbed my bagel and headed back on the ferry.
I took the subway and rushed back to my hotel, changed clothes in order to meet some college friends for a quick lunch and then to see a Broadway show.
we became friends when we studied together in France (hence a French show)…
I had cancelled my train ticket and booked a later bus so I could join them for dinner after the show.
Coincidentally, I sat on the bus next to a girl visiting from Paris (she was on her way to Montreal). .. We spoke French the whole ride 🙂
A LONG day but no regrets…
- Sunday – After a late night, a gym visit is planned and then up to the lake today (weather permitting)…
This Coming Week on the Run –
- Monday – Day Off – hike, pickleball, covid & flu shots
- Tuesday – run, hair appt
- Wednesday – STEM mentor run
- Thursday – run
- Friday – gym, mah jongg
- Saturday – Long Run and Brunch
- Sunday – gym, boating
This Coming Week on the Blog –
- Tuesday – Squirrel Stampede 10k Race Recap
- Friday – Reasons to Run with a Group
Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this fall? Do you like 10ks? Does it feel like fall where you live? Are you a Downton Abbey fan? Please share.
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Congrats on your age group win in your recent 10K! What a fun trip to NYC you had with so many great events! You know how to live to the fullest!
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trying….
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Yes, you didn’t exactly taper for this race! But, you won your AG anyway. I’m looking forward to the race recap (and I love the name of this race).
Sounds like a fun and eventful week- I guess you’re feeling good again!
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feeling much better.. recap coming on Tuesday.
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well I am happy to see you at the gym! Deadlifts are my fave and starting slow and light is the way to go. You always make the most of your time in NYC! Congrats on your age group win!
I did not love the Downton movie-thought it was way too long and kind of slow.
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Hopefully at some point I can dead loft…
I don’t get to NYC as often as usual so yes, I try to do a lot
I do love the characters… I will miss watching the TV show.
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Sounds like a great time in NYC — literally with your AG win! You do like to tire out your legs before a race, don’t you!
How fun to have a chance to speak French — I bet she appreciated it.
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Yes. She was so sweet.
It’s hard to rest the day before a race if you’re not at home.
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That’s so cool that you’re learning to do deadlifts! Until you’re ready for the 65 lbs you should be able to practice form by using the bar without weights or even with the broom at home.
Congrats to your age group win!
We’re definitely having some autumn weather here, but the good type! Today I was expecting a storm but it’s actually much nicer than the forecasts said.
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That’s great about your weather.
I’m not sure when or if I will be able to do dead lifts.
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What a fun trip to NYC! I’m sure it was great seeing Cari, and congrats on your 10K race! Great job in the gym, as well.
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It is always great to meet up with fellow bloggers.
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This looks like a wonderful trip with a great race! I do love 10ks and this one sounds amazing! Congratulations on your AG win!
Of course, it’s always a treat to spend time with Cari and gelato is the perfect way to end a visit.
So cool that you were able to speak French with your fellow passenger! I love that!
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It sure was a busy day but a fun one.
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What a great day on Saturday! You did all the things. That’s so fun that you stay in touch with your French group. I took French in high school but never to the level I could have conversations.
Congrats on your race and the AG win!
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I was a French teacher for over 20 years. lol.
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Excellent running, plus Cari!!!! Glad you can get your flu and Covid shots – we aren’t eligible and in fact I think it’s over 75s only or if you are heavily immunocompromised, though we can get private ones (Matthew gets the flu one for free for being diabetic at least).
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That sucks about Covid shots. Anyone can in NY.
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What a fun week Darlene! Love all these pics. The ice cream one looks amazing. Well done on the race!
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The ice cream was awesome (pumpkin and carrot cake)
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