Running like CrAzY

In case you're wondering, I've been running like crazy (and not necessarily in just my running shoes).

Our youngest will be graduating from high school in a couple weeks, so there's been a lot of stuff that's kept me on to go this past week. It's all good, though. After all, life would would be pretty dull if I just sat around, painting my toe nails and eating bonbons.


Here's the latest:

On Monday, I did my #nevermissaMonday run during the lunch hour. Yes, I had ample sunshine. Yes, the temps were warm (and humid). And, yes, I was in absolute heaven. I realize I'm kind of on my own island with my love of warm weather. Those mid-70F temps did feel kind of balmy, but there was a decent breeze, so those four miles (my longest Monday run in a long time) went well.

Under the few remaining blooms on our magnolia tree

I designated Tuesday to be primarily a rest day. I got out for a short walk in the early hours (before work), and then did some arm/shoulder work in the evening, as well as several push-ups, and lots of graduation scrapbooking. How's that for cross-training?

On Wednesday, I met with Barb for our first #5at5 in almost two weeks! The temps were quite steamy, and I wound up shedding the arm sleeves just after the 3-mile mark. Oh, it felt SO great to have a summer-like early morning run!

Look Mom! No sleeves!

On Thursday, we had absolutely beautiful, summer-like weather again! I did my ritual 20-minute power walk through the neighborhood just after getting up. I really enjoy getting outside before even having my ritual chai latte.'

Later, I headed over to the outdoor stairway (about a 1/2 mile from my driveway, on the college campus, near the golf course). After five sets of 10 flights (with 10 burpees each), I decided to call it quits. I didn't want to overdo the stair climbing (especially in the heat) and risk a DOMS epidemic come Saturday (for my team relay).

Back on the stairs!

Friday was another rest/recovery day. Thankfully, the DOMS were a no-show, but there was plenty of stretching and foam rolling in prepping for the relay. Oh, and we moved the son back home from college (extra cross-training by default).

...and all of my lilies of the valley came to life this week!

Saturday = Market to Market Relay!
Our morning began with a 4:00 a.m.meet-up at our company's parking lot, a 2-1/2 hour drive to the relay's starting place (for our team's 7:15 wave start), and ending around 5:45 p.m. as we crossed the finish line.  The big thing was the forecasted rain (and subsequent day-long thunderstorms) was a total no-show! Stay tuned, the race recap will be posted soon!

Our company-sponsored relay team...almost 76 miles of teamwork

Sunday called for a major day of rest (and substantial graduation prep work). I got out for a short walk, sporting the relay's event shirt...just because. Although my body was still pretty tired from the long day of relay activity, as well as the busy week of non-running action, I did venture out for an easy 3-mile run late in the afternoon.

Doesn't everyone wear the event shirt the day following the event?

So, that's all the action from the week...total miles in the running shoes tallied at 25 miles.  There was some extra strength training, but I haven't highlighted every moment (just trust me, it happened LOL).

In case you missed them, there were only two posts last week. I knew I'd be out of commission all day Saturday, so I elected to take a pass on my usual Friday post. Besides, for the next couple of weeks, my priority is our daughter's graduation. Again, life goes on and all is well.

Running on Empty

5 Spring-to-Summer Hacks

In other news:

Did you catch my #FridayFashionFlair post (on Instagram)? I try to be pretty selective on trendy fashion trends...but, I have kind of fallen victim to the cold shoulder craze. What do you think? There's quite a variety...some are dressy, many are casual, the cut can show a lot of shoulder or be very modest. Do you own any? Yay or no way?

I  love my cold shoulder tops!

Our dog Max....he certainly has a love for the simple things in life. A car ride with the breeze blowing against his face. Total bliss!

Spring is totally in full-on bloom in Iowa! The colors are breath-taking!

And, last of all, a very blessed Mother's Day greeting to all the moms out there.

Of all the accomplishments I've had (big or small), the joy and pride of mommyhood has certainly been the most fulfilling.

The ones who call me "mom"

So, that's a wrap! How was your week? Spring-like temps? Any rain? How's your training?


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