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Weekly Run Down for 1.14.24-1.21.24: Back in the Big Apple

I love NYC so it was not a hardship having to spend the week there again.  And I won’t be back for 2 months.

Too bad the weather did not cooperate.

Last Week –

  • Sunday – I hate those FB memories!!

I would normally have run a fun free local race today.

2022 race

I was tempted (since I had registered) to go and walk the shortest distance (3 miles)

But I was afraid that I would run and it’s probably too soon to race on my barely healed ankle.

So I instead went to the gym, used the machines and did 3 run/walk miles on the track.

I experimented with a lighter brace and 2 loops running and one loop walking.

There was ZUMBA class below and the music was too loud for me to listen to a podcast and I was wearing my recovery shoe not my running shoes but it was fine…

I planned on going on an outdoor walk but didn’t get it done before a monster snow squall. The sun did come out and then there was more snow!!

Since our 25th wedding anniversary was on Tuesday (while I was away), we went out to dinner today to celebrate.

  • Monday – Even though it was a holiday (Martin Luther King Day), I had to head to NYC because I was scheduled to work in Queens the next day.

I had time to go to the gym before my train.

I used my usual machines and then I headed to the track. With 17 degrees outside and lots of ice, it seemed that everyone else had the same idea.

I went back to my heavier brace and ran 3 loops/ walked 2 for about 1.5 miles.

I forgot my headphones so I had to concentrate on the view and weaving around the slow walkers.

After checking into my hotel (near Penn Sta.), I checked the weather and realized that it was the only possible day to go to Central Park. I hopped the subway and ran 1.5 miles around the reservoir.

yes, there was a guy wearing shorts!?

It was cold but bearable and so I continued to walk around the park and then back to my hotel.

how come I never notified that finish line plaque?

  • Tuesday – After I returned from working in Queens, I really wanted to run again. Today was 4 weeks since I fell and sprained my ankle.

I headed out toward the Hudson River. It was freezing, windy and so icy. Not a chance I could run. So I thought of walking the High Line. Nope. Closed due to wintry conditions.

frozen hot chocolate is always a good idea, right?

Instead I walked indoors in the mall at Hudson Yards.

  • Wednesday – After I returned from working in Queens today, I got together with my NYC friend Elizbeth. Unfortunately Cari was working. You know Cari.  And Elizabeth is a runner too but somehow we seem to meet up to chat and eat/drink.

  • Thursday – Today, I worked near Wall St rather than Queens.

And I had gotten tix to a Broadway show.

Too cold and and icy to run before the show so I tried to get it done on the hotel treadmill. Ugh! I made ONE mile and quit.

I did walk to and from the theater.

The show was meh but at least the tix were not expensive.

  • Friday – I went to work early to get some steps in before it started to snow.

  • After a long work day, I took the subway back to my hotel, grabbed my luggage and then caught the train home.
  • Saturday – Long Run and brunch day..

It had snowed a little the day before and it was freezing. I was tempted to bail but I convinced my running friend Deb to run/walk 4 miles with me at UAlbany.

The path was clear and dry… It really wasn’t that bad and I’m glad I didn’t wimp out and run on the treadmill.

After we met a few of our other running friends for brunch.

So this my first outdoor run since ankle injury.  I was little nervous starting at 4 miles (but I had run 3 the previous weekend on the indoor track.) I wore a brace do run/walk intervals and it felt fine during and after.

It’s not 100% (bruised and a little swollen) but because it’s stiff, it still bothers me walking down stairs.

I’m hopeful that it continues to improve so I can complete 13.1 on March 17 (in 8 weeks. gulp)!!

  • Sunday – Most likely a gym visit… errands…

This Coming Week on the Run – 

  • Monday – Day off – run, hiking?
  • Tuesday – Friday – rehabbing my ankle and trying to figure out where and when to run.
  • Wednesday – monthly dinner with tennis friends.
  • Saturday – Long Run – 6 mile run/walk, brunch with running friends
  • Sunday – GYM, run/walk a local 3.75m race?

This Coming Week on the Blog – 

  • Tuesday – What I’m Looking Forward to in 2024
  • Friday – Runfessions

Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this winter?  How’s the weather where you live? Any snow yet? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

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FFF: 5 Things to Never Do in the Gym

Today’s Topic is: Five Things You Should Never Do in the Gym

1.Hogging a Machine by being on your Phone

This really bugs me because I have limited time there. I don’t want to wait for a machine when someone is just catching up on social media.

2.Talking Loudly to Others

Again the gym for working out not for chatting with your friends.  Meet for coffee after for that. Plus, I’m don’t wait to hear the details of your life.

3.Leaving a Machine with your Sweat.

Yes, gross. There are towels nearby so wipe it off when you’re done.

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4. Coughing/Sneezing and Not Wearing a Mask.

It’s not just about catching COVID or the Flu  (I’ve had all the latest vaccines) but I don’t want to catch a cold either.

5. Walking Two A Breast on the Track.

Again, this happens because people want to chat while they’re walking. See #2. But they are not paying attention and walking SLOW.

I had to go around them 45 times last Saturday!!

Yes, I can walk around you but it’s hard because the other lane is for runners.

Happy Running! What are some things you should never do in the gym? Please share.

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My Word for 2024

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Well, it’s that time of year. Time to pick ONE WORD to focus on for the entire year. (If you’ve never heard about the My One Word approach, here is a summary:

Lose the long the list of changes you want to make this year and instead pick one word. This process forces clarity by taking all of your big plans for life change and narrowing them down into a single thing. Your one word focuses on your character and creates a vision for your future.)

Below is a list of the words, I’ve chosen so far:

So how did I rejuvenate myself in 2023?

  • Joined a gym

  • Raced on a Trail

  • Completed my Second Marathon

  • Became a Grandmother

  • Enjoyed time with friends.
  • Continued hiking on my Mondays off.

  • Replaced my 13 year old car

  • Read lots of books while relaxing on the islands of Lake George.

  • Picked up knitting again and made a pair of socks and a baby blanket.

What about 2024?

This is the word I’m choosing:

My word for 2021 - Joy — Katie the Creative Lady | Create, Capture, Celebrate

Happy Running! Do you choose a Word each year? If so, what have you chosen one for 2024?  Please share.

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Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with Zenaida (The Running Teacher) and Jenn (Runs with Pugs).

I’m also linking up here tomorrow:

with co-hosts Coach Debbie Runs, Confessions of a Mother Runner, Mile by Mile, and Runs with Pugs

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Weekly Run Down for 1.7.24-1.14.24: Winter Has Arrived…

Yup, we finally got some snow… but due to rain, it didn’t last long and that was fine with me.

On the injury front, the ankle is improving. Not as fast as I would like, but it’s getting there.

Last Week –

  • Sunday – I planned to go to the gym but..

It wasn’t much snow at first but then it continued to snow for most of the day.

Despite the snow, my granddaughter’s Christening went off without a hitch (sort of).

  • Monday – Back working from home today.. I planned to start the day at the gym but I was still pooped from the previous week in NYC and so I slept in.

The sun was shining… a sight we haven’t seen in forever so I put on my boots and went for a walk during lunch.

it felt great to be outside!!

Finally after work, I dragged myself to the gym and hit the machines.

  • Tuesday – Today was 3 weeks since I fell and sprained my ankle. I am walking better but certainly not in shape to run yet.

I went to the office and then walked a little during lunch before going to set up for my class the next day.

After dinner, I hit the gym again to get some more steps in on the track on this nasty rainy day… In fact, I walked 15 laps or 1 mile!!

  • Wednesday – Long day at work (live teaching).

I needed this!!

After work, I met my BFF to walk in circles around an outdoor mall.

  • Thursday – Back to WFH.

Gym first thing.

Rode some miles on the stationary bike during lunch.

More walking at the gym after work but I had to cut it short in order to meet some friends (I hadn’t seen in a long time) for dinner.

Taco Thursday = $3 off 3 tacos 🙂

  • Friday – Another WFH day. Similar to the day before except I walked outdoors at lunch and instead of the gym, I played mah jongg in the evening.

For my walk, I returned to the scene of the crime (where I fell).  I hesitantly tried to run… just a few steps. They were slow and awkward but I continued to run more steps and walk and run even more….

I wore a brace on my ankle and I’m not sure my feet were off the ground… but I RAN!!

  • Saturday – Long Run Saturday and brunch day..

I planned to walk outside but it was raining so I headed to the gym to walk on the track and then meet my running friends for brunch.

I may have shed some happy tears…

Well, I decided to run one loop and see how it felt. It felt ok so I continued to walk a loop, then run a loop, walk a loop, run a loop…

The temps warmed up to 50 degrees with rain, hail, sun…

Eventually, it was dry, I ventured out for a walk.

  • Sunday – No hiking yet so again it will be either the stationary bike or a gym visit… We do have a local race… (I could walk the 3m???)

There also will be packing for my work trip to NYC.

And dinner out to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary!!

This Coming Week on the Run – 

  • Monday – Friday – NYC for work! (meet up with Cari, Broadway show, museum visit, etc.)
  • Saturday – Long Run – run/walk?, brunch with running friends
  • Sunday – GYM

This Coming Week on the Blog – 

  • Tuesday – My Word for 2024
  • Friday – 5 Things to Never Do at the Gym

Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this winter?  How’s the weather where you live? Any snow yet? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

I am linking up with Kim and Deborah for

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FFF: 5 Things to Accomplish in 2024

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Today’s Topic is: Five Things You Want to Accomplish This Year

1.Recover From My Current Injury

IOW, be able to run well enough to race….

H2H 2022

Patience is not my virtue… so we’ll see how things go.

2. Work Out in the Gym Several Times A Week

at the YMCA

I don’t enjoy it but I know it’s good for me.

3. Not Get Injured Again

Injuries suck.. both mentally and physically.

Do I need to bubble wrap myself?

4. Run a Sub 27:00 Brooklyn Half Marathon

2023 race (in the rain) and post broken foot.

Pride?

Yes, but more importantly, it allows me the flexibility to run the NYC and Brooklyn Half Marathons in 2025 as well as the NYC full marathon (if I so choose.)

5. Complete My 3rd NYC Marathon

and actually enjoy it.

as I did in 2019…

Happy Running! What are 5 things that you want to accomplish this year? Please share.

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The Best of 2023

Best of 2023

I do this post every year and I was tempted (due to my current mood) to skip it his year.

And I did not run nearly as many races as I normally do (due to injuries).

But then I decided to focus on the good stuff:

  • Best Picture from a Race: FINGER LAKES HM

  • Best Weather during a Race: NYC MARATHON

  • Best Race Swag: TAMPA HOT CHOCOLATE 15K

  • Best Age Group Award: TAMPA HOT CHOCOLATE 15K

1st Place in each Age Group receives 100% off next year’s registration and $40 merch coupon

  • Best Race Refreshments: BARN 2 BRIDGE FALL FEST 5K

  • Best Scenic Race Course: TAMPA HOT CHOCOLATE 15K

water view the whole course

  • Best Race Finish: FREIHOFER RUN FOR WOMEN

who doesn’t love a downhill finish?

  • Best Race Finish Time: SILKS N SATINS 5K

  • Best Organized Race: MILES ALONG THE MOHAWK (and ALL A.R.E.-sponsored races)

  • Best Volunteer Stint: HELDERBERG TO HUDSON HM

it was fun giving out finisher medals to the runners (esp. my friends)

  • Best Race Medal:  

It’s a tie – prettiest vs well earned

  • Best New (to me): FINGER LAKES HM

  • Best Race Outfit: FIRECRACKER 4

  • Best Vacation Race: FINGER LAKES HM

 I enjoyed all of my 16 races in 2023. Each one was special in a different way.

Happy Running! What are some of the highlights of 2023 in racing? Please share.

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Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with Zenaida (The Running Teacher) and Jenn (Runs with Pugs).

 

and on Wednesday:

with co-hosts Coach Debbie Runs, Confessions of a Mother Runner, Mile by Mile, Runs with Pugs, and Laura Norris Running.

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Weekly Run Down for 12.31.23-1.7.24: Just Limping Along…

Obviously a slow start to my running/racing in 2024.

had to switch my running emoji to this one… (and yes I do those those exact Crocs)

At least I was working in NYC for most of the week and that helped take my mind of it.

Last Week –

  • Sunday – I started the day at the gym since I wouldn’t be able to go the rest of the week.

Then I stopped by to visit my granddaughter.

she’s getting so big!!

Lots to do to get ready for my week in NYC.

Our New Year’s Eve was low key… just a dinner out with the hubby with a stop to see my MIL (who lives nearby.)

dessert!

  • Monday – New Year’s Day –  I was supposed to run a race. It was a free local one so no $$ loss but lots of FOMO (since I run it each year with my friends.)

2022 race – no snow this year!!

Now I didn’t have to rush to catch my train to NYC.

Instead I did a few miles on the stationary bike.

After I arrived in NYC and checked into my first hotel, I met Cari for dinner.

always a good time

Afterward, I explored some of the nearby holiday lights.

Wall St/Stock Exchange neighborhood

  • Tuesday – After standing all day, I wasn’t sure what to do about my ankle.

I took the long way back to my hotel (via Battery Park)

it was worth it

I decided to give it a go and walk to WTC and Brookfield Plaza…

Then I grabbed some dinner in the Oculus and walked back to my hotel. Next door to my hotel was a Rooftop restaurant/bar where I had a drink/dessert…

  • Wednesday – After work, I had to switch hotels. My new hotel was near Penn. Sta.

I still wanted to see the tree at Rockefeller Center and the light show at Saks so I took a subway there (to save time and my ankle).

I walked back to my hotel via 6th Ave, Bryant Park and Macy’s.

  • Thursday – Today I took a very early subway to Jamaica, Queens for work.

I was excited because after work, when I returned to Manhattan, I was able to meet up  with college friends for dinner. I was also able to grab tickets to a show that they were going to.

  • Friday – Back in Queens for work and after a long day, I returned to Manhattan and took the train home.
  • Saturday – Long Run Saturday – or for me, bike or gym and brunch day..

I headed to the gym and then met my running friends for brunch.

In the afternoon, I had a hair appt and then had to go grocery shopping plus some other errands.

The rest of the day was spent unpacking and waiting for our snowstorm to arrive.

  • Sunday – No hiking so again it will be either the stationary bike or a gym visit…

and Heather’s Christening.

This Coming Week on the Run – 

  • Monday – Friday – same old, same old… trying to patiently heal my ankle.
  • Saturday – Long Run – biking, brunch with running friends
  • Sunday – GYM, pack to head to NYC for work the next day

This Coming Week on the Blog – 

  • Tuesday – The Best of 2023
  • Friday – 5 Things to Accomplish in 2024

Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this winter?  How’s the weather where you live? Any snow yet? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

I am linking up with Kim and Deborah for

I encourage you to do the same. Grab the graphic, drop your link on the host blogs and play along! Please be sure to always comment on the HOST’s blogs, as well as visit and comment on as many other blogs as you can.

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FFF: Ultimate Coffee Date for January ’24

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 I feel like I’m living “Ground Hog Day.” (the movie)

Last year, I registered for these half marathons:

    • Feb – Publix Fort Lauderdale Half Marathon
    • Mar –  United NYC Half Marathon
    • Apr – Helderberg 2 Hudson Half Marathon
    • May – RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon

Then I broke my foot!!

I had to DNS the first three and only ran the 4th.

This year, I registered for these half marathons:

    • Feb – Publix Fort Lauderdale Half Marathon
    • Mar –  United NYC Half Marathon
    • Apr – Helderberg 2 Hudson Half Marathon
    • May – RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon

Then I hurt my ankle!!

Obviously the first three half marathons AGAIN are in jeopardy…

2. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you that three of my local running friends got into the NYC Half Marathon lottery.

Heidi (in the center) didn’t get in but is coming to cheer the rest of us with my running friend Barbara…

I was excited to have company training but also have companions in NYC and meet-up with bloggers, Cari, Erica and Zenaida…

Read #1…

Boo!!!

3. Over coffee… 

I’d tell you for the last year and a half, I have had every other Monday off.  I LOVED it!  I used the day as part of vacations and mostly for hiking adventures.

Unfortunately, that is no longer.  They told me I have to now work 100%.

I’m a planner and already have races and vacations booked.

The good news is that by the end of this year, I will have about 100 sick days…. and they said that I can use them for those Mondays that I need off.

3. Over coffee…

I’d tell you that there will be many trips in NYC this year.

One of our NYC teachers has left and the rest of us Upstate have to pick up the slack.

28 days in NYC (part of January, March, April, June, July)…

many meet-ups with Cari and Elizabeth?

Fingers crossed that eventually these visits will include runs in Central Park and along the Hudson and East Rivers…

5.Over coffee…

I’d tell you that my next half marathon was supposed to be a redemption race…

In 2021, I ran it in extreme heat/humidity.

happy to have finished upright…

In 2023, I broke my foot days before the race.

I can defer my 2024 entry until 2025.

I guess my Fort Lauderdale redemption Half Marathon will have to wait a year!

I’m already looking into a Florida 5k instead during that weekend.

Happy Running! What’s new with you?  Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s Friday so I’m also linking up with bloggers, Me (My First 5K and More), Running With Attitude, Run Laugh Eat Pie, Runs with Pugs, and The Running Teacher!

So Join in!

And don’t forget to link back to your hostesses and visit some other bloggers.

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2023 Recap

As you may remember, I had 13 goals for 2023!!

So did I meet them?

1.Run at least 1000 miles. Even with my unplanned broken foot and sprained ankle, I came really close thanks to marathon training:

2. Run at least 3x a week (with one being a Long Run). Yes, except when I was injured, this did happen. In fact, I almost always ran 4x each week.

3. Run with others (as often as possible).Definitely on the weekends and sometimes during the week.

4. Run at least 25 races. As with #1, this needed to be reduced (partly due to injury and partly when I decided to run the NYC Marathon.)

  1. 01-01-23 – Winter Series #2 (3.75m)
  2. 01-15-23 – Winter Series #3 (5.5k)
  3. 01-29-23 – Winter Series #4 (3.75m)
  4. 05-20-22 – RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon 
  5. 05-28-23 – Miles on the Mohawk 10 Miler
  6. 06-03-23 – Freihofer Run for Women 5k
  7. 06-17-23 – Valley Cats Father’s Day Home Run 5k
  8. 06-24-23 – Adirondack 7M Race to the Lakes
  9. 07-04-23 – Firecracker 4
  10. 07-15-23 – Silks & Satins 5k
  11. 09-02-23 – Run 4 the River Half Marathon 
  12. 09-23-23 – Finger Lakes Half Marathon
  13. 09-30-23 – Barn to Bridge 5k
  14. 11-05-23 – TCS NYC Marathon
  15. 11-23-23 – Troy Turkey Trot 10k
  16. 12-10-23 – Hot Chocolate 15k (Tampa)

5. Volunteer (at several races). I volunteered at three races.

6. Participate in at least one Blogger Meet-Up. I was lucky to meet up with Erica and Cari. Almost Deborah and Zenaida at the NYC Half and Debbie (when she passed through my area). I was supposed to run a half in Florida with Jenny.

7. Try something new. Does going to the gym count? What about racing on a trail? (non-technical but it was dirt and leaves.)

LOL. I’ve never had a sprained ankle.

8. Listen to more podcasts. I did when I rode my stationary bike and I do during my solo runs (Two of my favorites are below.  I’ve also listened to Des & Kara’s among others.)

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9. Update my music playlist. Not really. I added few tunes but mostly I run with friends or listen to a podcast.

10. No Injuries. A big NO – Broken left foot on Feb. 14.

2,594 Broken Foot Xray Images, Stock Photos & Vectors | Shutterstock

Sprained right ankle on Dec. 19.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Ankle sprains 101 - YouTube

11. No PWs. Um… NYC Marathon.  In all fairness, it was only my second attempt at this distance.

12. No DNS or DNF races. Unfortunately, too much $$ lost.

  • Ft. Lauderdale Half Marathon – DNS
  • Electric City 10K – DNS
  • NYC Half Marathon – DNS
  • Helderberg 2 Hudson Half Marathon – DNS
  • Tropicool 5k – DNS
  • Al Goldstein Speed Series 5k – DNS (transportation issues)

13.  Blog 3x each week. Hooray, this still happened. Thanks for reading and commenting!!

Too bad one of my goals was not to run a marathon because I did that!!

Here’s a numerical account of my 2023 running year:

  • Miles: 955
  • Races: 16
  • Marathons – 1
  • Half Marathons: 3
  • 10 Milers: 1
  • 15Ks: 1
  • 10Ks: 1
  • 5Ks: 4
  • Other Distances: 5
  • Out of Town Races: 4
  • New Races: 3
  • Age Group Awards: 9
  • Volunteering: 3
  • Bloggers Met: 2
  • DNS: 6
  • DNF: 0
  • PRs: 0
  • PWs: 1
  • Shoes: 3 Topos, 1 AltrasFWD
  • Apparel: Skirts from Skirt Sports, a few tops from Brooks
  • Blog Posts: 154

Happy Running! How did your running go in 2023?  Did you meet your goals? Do you have new goals for 2024?  Please share.

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Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with Zenaida (The Running Teacher) and Jenn (Runs with Pugs).

I’m also linking up here tomorrow:

with co-hosts Coach Debbie Runs, Confessions of a Mother Runner, Mile by Mile, and Runs with Pugs.

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Weekly Run Down for 12.24.23-12.31.23: The End of 2023

Well, that went fast…

2023 is dusted.

It wasn’t the best year ever but I am grateful for many things: my health, my family & friends, running/racing, a new granddaughter…

Hopefully 2024 will have as many things to celebrate!

My biggest goal is to HEAL my latest injury and NOT FALL in 2024 (or ever again…)

Since these posts are called Weekly “RUN” Down(s), should I continue to post if I am not running?? (just kidding).

I have to say that when it rains most of the week, I am not as grumpy about not being able to run outside.

Last Week –

  • Sunday – My ankle seemed to hurt more so I iced it and then decided to drive to the gym and just use the upper body, ab, and hip machines.

I limped up to the room with the machines and the fire alarm went off!!

A sign? (Should I just forget it and go home?)

So l limped back to car, went to the library, got my nails done and returned to the gym. (Phew. It hadn’t burned down.)

And after that, I rested my ankle for the rest of the day (I may have also included some cooking, cleaning, etc.)

  • Monday – It was nice to sleep in and have a relaxing cup of coffee

I have share my latest granddaughter picture:

she spent Xmas with her other grandparents

I also took my first post-injury ride on my stationary bike.

Thanks to Netflix… it was a slow 10 miles.. right ankle feels ok but now my left shin is sore. LOL

What does a Jew do for Christmas Day dinner?

Yup, we went out for Chinese food.  My hubby is not fully recovered but was feeling much better.

my meal!! and we shared dessert…

  • Tuesday – A rough night pain-wise but glad to be working from home all day so I could rest the ankle.

It felt better by the end of the day so I went to the gym to use the machines.

  • Wednesday – Compression sock and brace made for a better night.

Still working from home so I was able to try my luck again on my stationary bike at lunch time (on this rainy day.)

6 slow miles with a podcast to keep me company

After work, I went out to a belated birthday dinner for my BFF.

sorry… last year’s pic…her b-day dessert this year was a cannoli

  • Thursday – Off to the gym before work (on another rainy day) and then working from home the rest of the day.

I was able to jump on the stationary bike for a few miles at lunch

tried one of the free Peloton classes… too much talk 😦

After work, my college friends organized a ZOOM call.

so fun staying in touch (after 50 years)

I had rush off after that ZOOM to meet a running friend for dinner/drinks. (Glad to stay connected with my friends even when I can’t run.)

  • Friday – Another dreary rainy day!!  But today I went into the office. On the way, I took advantage and got myself a treat.

In the evening, I went to my weekly mah jongg game. As I mentioned last week, it’s more relaxed when I don’t have to get up at the crack of dawn to get my long run done the next day.

  • Saturday – LONG RUN Saturday.  It seems that my ankle pain rears its ugly head at night… so happy to sleep in on this rainy morning.

While my friends ran, I went to the gym and then met them for brunch.

  • Sunday – I plan to spend some time on my stationary bike and start packing for my week in NYC (for work).

Most likely I will stop and visit with my granddaughter since I won’t see her next week.

No exciting plans for New Year’s Eve… just dinner out with the hubby.

This Coming Week on the Run – 

  • Monday – Friday – My first DNS of 2024 – on New Year’s Day (HMRRC Winter Series #2), then working in Manhattan on Tuesday & Wednesday and in Queens on Thursday & Friday.  I will not be able to run but hopefully I can walk enough to see some of the holiday decorations.

I plan to meet Cari for dinner on Monday and college friends on Thursday for dinner/Broadway show.

(But you know I’d rather be running….)

  • Saturday – Long Run – gym, brunch with running friends
  • Sunday – biking, Granddaughter’s Christening

This Coming Week on the Blog – 

  • Tuesday – 2023 Recap
  • Friday – Ultimate Coffee Date

Happy Running! How is your year of running end? Training for any big or small races in 2024?  How’s the weather where you live? Any big NYE plans? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

I am linking up with Kim and Deborah for

I encourage you to do the same. Grab the graphic, drop your link on the host blogs and play along! Please be sure to always comment on the HOST’s blogs, as well as visit and comment on as many other blogs as you can.