5 Recent Aha Moments

Have you ever had an aha moment? Or several? All in the same week?

Well, welcome to my world!

There have been Aha moments happening all over the place this week. Here's five recent Aha moments that have made me go, "hmmm."

Aha moment #1-My Thursdays have a purpose again!
This past Sunday, I did the Fight for Air Climb (recap HERE if you're interested). After spending the past three months doing weekly stair-training on Thursdays, I was at a loss as to what to do with this new found free time. I also want to add a little speed work to my running regimen. I really didn't need an extra day of rest/recovery, nor did I feel the need to add another "short" run to my week. Aha! How about doing my speed work on Thursdays, but on occasion, substitute a stair workout in just for fun (running stairs is comparable to speed work because it simulates a steep hill in terms of incline).

Aha moment #2-My next half marathon is gonna be an eye-opener!
The Drake Relays Half Marathon is next weekend, on the 22nd. Our school's prom is on the 21st. Not only am I in charge of the Presentation of Couples, but the hubby and I always work at the after-prom party, which lasts until (roughly) 4:30 a.m. Aha! It only recently occurred to me that these events were both happening on the same weekend because I had them on different planners. I knew all along the dates of both, I had just not actually seen both of them on the same calendar, one right after the other. Ugh. The race route is relatively hilly, and I don't yet know what kind of weather to expect. I had hoped to potentially pull off a sub-2:00 finish...but that wish is out the window now.

Aha moment #3-Longer days do not guarantee warmer mornings!
I'm still trying to get outside every morning for a quick 20-30 minute walk on the mornings when I'm not running. Even with warmer, spring-like temps, though, the air is still quite chilly before the sun rises. Aha! I still need to wear full leggings and a warm jacket (and, often times, a fleece headband) or it's a very frigid endeavor for my walks. Thankfully, this will be gradually transitioning to summer-like temps before long.

Aha moment #4-When pressed for time, utilize multitasking skills!
This has been a crazy week. There's been extra dance classes, tennis meets, an unexpected trip to the ER, and a few later than normal "late" nights. I do my own manicures, but just have not had a free hour of time to do so this week. I wanted to go for a run on Thursday afternoon (in the awesome warm-at-last temps), but my finger nails looked like death. Aha! I got dressed in my running gear, did my nails quickly (after tying my shoes), and allowed the polish to dry and set while I ran. I know, first world problems and all, but #problemsolved.

Aha moment #5-Hip hop dancing is humbling!
I mentioned extra dance classes earlier. Well, I wasn't just referring to the daughter. It's not only her senior recital, but this year there is a Mom/Daughter dance being featured. At her coaxing, I agreed to take part...and let's just say there's a reason I run marathons and don't teach dance in my spare time. But, Aha! She has been giving me a lot of extra one-on-one instruction, and I do believe I'm getting it! Don't worry, I already know this hip hop dance will be a "once and done" experience for me, but I'm thankful for the opportunity to try a new thing (even if it takes me twice as long as everyone else to master the moves).

So, that's a quick look at not only my crazy week, but at all the Aha moments that help me get through it. We have a nasty winter storm (believe it or not) headed our way this weekend. We're expecting to get a tiny bit of snow on Sunday, and a whole lot of rain on Saturday. My long outdoor run may morph into a short one on the treadmill, and that's just fine. I have a whole lot of prom decorations to work on.

Enough about me. How about you? Got any good Aha moments to share? Ever register for a race not realizing it was the day before/after another busy day?

I'm linking this with Meranda and Lacey and Rachel for the Friday Five 2.0. 

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