Michelle's run 11.27.14

60 minute run

In between cooking dishes, I got in an hour long run!! So excited! It made me feel so much better about my 10k next weekend.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Michelle's run 11.24.14

22 minute run with jogger.

Heath wasn't too into the run. Just tried to get something in after work.

Mysti's Workouts - Week Nov 16th

Skipped my Monday run, again.

It had snowed / mix rain most all day Sunday and I was afraid at 6am I would fall or it was a good excuse :-(

This morning was good - 7 miles at 55 degrees and only a few rain drops.

Michelle's run 11.21.14

38 minute run with jogger

Heath and I ran on the river walk before our busy day of open gym, dr, errands, etc.

It was cool, but sunny. Didn't run as much as I wanted, but that's ok. I'll try to do better next week.

Mysti's Workouts - Week of Nov 9th

John was out of town last week and it was in the 20s each day so I missed Wed and Fri. It was just too cold to get Samuel in jogging stroller even with weather guard.

My Mon and Sat runs were good but nothing special.

Michelle's Run 11.12.14

4 mile run with the jogger

This was one of those days that got colder as the day went on.  I felt good during the run and wanted to go longer, but Heath's little hands got cold.  Some of that was one him... he refused to let me put up the weather shield which would have helped with the cold.  Then I tried to show him how putting his hands under his blanket would help, but he didn't want to do that either.  :)  But 4 miles isn't bad.  I just need to get more runs in!  We're going to Kentucky this weekend to see my brother and sister-in-law.  I'm hoping to get a run in there.  We will see....

Also, my goal for next week is to do one morning run before Michael goes to work.  Just one, to try it out.  Maybe I'll like it!

Another goal is to get Heath some mittens!  ha!

Michelle's workouts 11.5-11.9

Nov 5- run/walk 30 minutes
Nov 6- 30 minute walk
Nov 7- Jillian Michael's workout
Nov 8- We did the Heart Walk as a family (it was a 2.5 mile downtown walk)
Nov 9- 40 minute run (this was supposed to be a 5.5 mile run, but a house in our neighborhood that I was curious about was having an open house, so I stopped mid-run to check it out.  Then I ran more, but I had to stop before the 5.5 miles because a little person in our house demands to eat dinner by 6, so I had to start cooking.)  It was still a good run though!

None of these were super impressive, but I did stuff.  Also, I hadn't done any weights in a long time and was sore 2 days later from my JM workout.  I need to work more of those in!

Mysti's Week of November 2nd

I was so excited I found a pair of running tights at TJ Maxx for $16.99, but my legs hurt so bad in the run today - didn't even make it to our planned 8 miles.

Last time I bought capris I got size medium and they fell down while running. This time I went with a small and seriously think the pants made my legs hurt. I'm going to try and stretch them out some and try again. Maybe just bad run.

Overall, happy with running this week!

Mysti's Workout - Oct 31st & Nov 1st

Friday - 4 miles 

Saturday - 10 miles

I had a good run this morning and when I heard my pace at 7 miles was still under 10 I decided to try for 10 miles under 10 minutes. Apparently, I gave me a boost in motivation cause I came in at 9:47 pace.

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Hello winter running stuff!!

Michelle's run 11.2.14

50 minute run

This was the best I felt on a run in a long time.  I could have kept going!  The weather was perfect for a run and I was jogger free!  I ran in parts of our area I hadn't run in since I was pregnant or before that even.  It was much needed.

Poor Michael, he was stuck at home with a screaming Heath that only wanted Mommy to come back.

Mysti's Workout - October 29, 2014

4 mile run

9:45 minute pace

This is the first time I'm looking forward to daylight savings, because at 6:30am you can still see stars in the sky.

Forgetting to blog, I've been running Wed, Fri and Sat - missed last couple of Mondays.

Michelle's run 10.27.14

4.5 mile run with jogger (.5 mile walk back to car)

Heath made it 4.5 miles without fussing too bad. I even tried to finish strong and pick up he pace at the end.

I didn't run much last week because work and life were busy, this weeks also going to be busy, but hopefully better.

Michelle's run 10.19.14

3 Mile family run.

We had a Sunday afternoon family run. The weather was great!

Michelle's workouts 10.13-10.15

Monday: 15 min run/15 min walk

Ran after dinner and it was not a good idea. The food had not settled enough. 

Tuesday: 30 min walk with jogger

Wednesday: 4 mile run with jogger

4 mile run! Ran at a flat 2 mile course, so we did two laps. Heath did pretty well. No major meltdowns. 

Mysti's Workout - Oct 15th

6 miles

10 minute pace

It's been 10 days since I ran, longest break in awhile. Trip to the farm, rain and being a little lazy. This morning felt great!

Michelle's run 10.9.14

25 minute run, 8 minute walk

Heath and I went for a run on the river walk. It was good, but a little warm since we went at 5pm. Heath did great.

Michelle's 10.6.14

30 minute run

Used a break in the rain to run around the neighborhood with Heath. Since he's not a fan if running past our house several times, I took the big loop around the neighborhood which includes a steep hill.  I walked that part, but it was still tough to push the stroller! He didn't pretty well since we didn't go by the house. I told him his job was to see what he could see on our run. Luckily our neighborhood is full of trees, trucks, birds, etc and we're in the flight path of the airport.

Michelle's run 10.4.14

3 mile run

Heath, Michael and I ran with a lady on Michael's Race for the cure team at a local sports complex area with a track around it. It was nice and flat! The weather was also great!

Mysti's Workout - Week of Sept 29th

Wed - 4 miles

Fri - 3 miles 

Sat - 11 miles, Pace 10.27

Michelle's Run 10.1.14

30 minute solo run in the evening

Went on a solo run after dinner.  Although, my stomach didn't seem happy about it and hasn't been great since (but, that probably means it was something else... not just the running). 

I have ran more in the last few weeks, but I forgot to blog them... probably 5 or so...

Heath has been challenging in the stroller.  When we run in the nieghborhood he throws a fit every time we pass by the house because he wants down.  Then he starts throwing things.  So, I'm either going to have to start going somewhere else with him to run or not running with him.  I know it's nice to run solo, but then I have to run first thing in the morning and Michael has to get up earlier so that he can watch him, or I have to run after dinner right before it gets dark. Maybe we'll try going somewhere to run...

Mysti's Run - September 26th & 27th

Friday - 6 miles

Saturday - 10 miles

Fridays pace was 9.38

Saturdays pace was 11.08

Haha, Big difference! 

I've missed Mon, Wed and Mon run over last 2 weeks but I'm sure I will get back in to routine.

September 20, 2014

Michelle's & Mysti's Run

We RAN together!! It was an Amazing Mommy's Weekend Out!!

Mysti's Workout - Sept 7, 2014

8 miles 

10.38 pace

Oh my, I forgot how difficult evening runs can be :-/ 

Pace is almost a full 30 seconds slower, but getting bank up in miles.

Michelle's run 9.7.14

30 min run, 5 min walk

Solo run this evening. It was raining for the first 10 minutes, which cooled things off a bit!

Michelle's Run 9.5.14

23 minute run, 5 minute walk

Got a morning run in with the jogger before our busy day!  It was soooo humid!!!

Michelle's run 9.3.14

20 minute run, 5 minute walk solo

Went for a run after Heath went to bed. It got dark on me, but I got a solo run in. 

Mysti's Workout - Sept 1, 2014

Started off my "Mommy's Day Out" with a 4 mile run.

I'm planning to do some shopping for MYSELF; hoping to get 2 new tops for our Savannah trip, eat lunch and in general get out of the house by myself for a few hours. 

Mysti's Workouts - Aug 29th & 30th

Friday - 2 miles

Saturday - 7 miles

During Saturdays run, I ran in the pouring rain for the first time. Mile 5 was in the rain - nice cool down. :)

Michelle Run 8.27.14

10 minute run
20 minute walk

Just wasn't into the run. Too hot!  But I was active for 30 minutes.  Heath fell asleep b/c he got up so early.

I have been trying to get back into a running routine for over a year now and it's not working for me.  I need some ideas about what to do.  Sign up for a race? Put a calendar of runs on the fridge? Give myself some rewards?

Mysti's Workouts - Aug 27th & 28th

Wed - 40 minute run

Thur - 30 minute run

Yesterday my app didn't work and today my phone was down to 5%. Typically little things that "throw" my routine off really bugs me or I use it as an excuse to skip, but it didn't bother me thus week.

Another Half?!?

Mysti's Workout - Aug 22 & 25

Friday - 5 mile run

Monday - 2 mile run

Mysti's Workouts - Aug 18, 19 & 20

Mon - 4 mile run, 20 minutes arms

Tue - 20 minutes arms, 10 minutes elliptical

Wed - 20 minutes arms, stretching 

We are getting back into our routin after traveling off / on for 5 weeks and enjoying extra time with Joey.

Activity center - Samuel has cried for a few minutes at drop off (not too bad for him) but then stands by the teacher the entire time. :(

Next week centers closed, so it might take a little longer to adjust back.

I'm sad I've made him backtrack, he was walking in dropping my hand and saying bye bye mommy. 

Michelle's run 8.20.14

30 minute run with jogger

I haven't ran a full 30 minutes in a while. It was warm, but not too bad. Heath fell asleep right away on the run, so it was less stressful then when he's fussing and crying. I just wish he would sleep while I was sleeping as well. We were up at 6 this morning! I know that's not crazy early for everyone, but he didn't go to bed until 9:30.

Michelle's run 8.13.14

22 minute run and 8 minute walk with the jogger

It felt pretty good outside for once (in the evening).  However, dinner did not sit well on my running stomach.  But I'm glad Heath and I got to enjoy some coolish weather!

Mysti's Workout - Aug 12, 2014

1.75 mile run in Pensacola Beach FL :)

Michelle's run 8.12.14

15 minute run
18 minute walk

Heath and I did a little run/walk around the neighborhood.  I am so ready for cooler temps!

Mysti's Workout - Aug 8, 2014

Hello Summer and Sunshine

We had such a cold winter and mild summer thus far - I've forgot what it was like to run in the heat. 

Mysti's Workout - July 29th - Aug 8th

4 mile run

20 minute run

5 mile run

We've been on vacation for a week = Swimming, Kayaking, Skiing, Tubing.

I planned to run more while at the lake, but late nights, large breakfast meals, dirt road and no cell service for Map My Run and iHeart Radio caused a large lack of motivation.

(4 and 5 mile runs before / after trip)  

Michelle's run 8.4.14

2 mile family run at the park.

I think Heath is going through some kind of sleep regression and it's bad. Too tired to workout!

Mysti's Workout - July 28, 2014

4 Mile Run

Michelle's run 7.29.14

30 minute run with jogger

Sometimes just getting out the door is the hardest part. Even though I had a terrible night of sleep and have a yucky cold, I still got out and ran. I start back to school tomorrow, luckily just a few days a week! Hopefully, we can establish a good routine that involves running!

Mysti's Workout - July 26, 2014

I made it 8 miles this morning with a little break: bathroom, refill water and then slowed my pace. I'm happy with it!

Oh, it was 75 degrees at 6am!

Michelle's workouts 7.16-7.25

We did A LOT of walking in NYC. One day Erika's fit bit said we walked 10 miles! Then Monday I did a flying trapeze class! So fun. My arms and body were sooo sore the next day.

7.24- Jillian Michael's video- fought through the soreness!

7.25- walk with Michael and Heath

I need to get back in the running routine.

Mysti's Workout - July 25, 2014

I'm excited that I had a really good run this morning!

Mysti's Workout - July 21, 2014

Eeerrrrr, 8 days since my last run!

Stupid summer cold!

I'm not 100% better, but good enough to get in a 4 mile run this morning. Definently, made me feel more normal to get up, run and back to my routine.

Michelle's workout 7.14.14

Jillian Michael's ripped in 30

Even though it was hot out, I still got in a workout.

Michelle's run 7.11.14

30 minute run with jogger

Actually got a run in before 8 am. Wasn't much cooler unfortunately.

Michelle's run 7.9.14

30 minute run with jogger

Michelle's run/walk 7.6.14

1 mile run and 1 mile walk

We went to the park for a run, but weren't feeling it so we ran a mile and walked a mole.

Mysti's Workouts - Week of July 6, 2014

Mon - 3 mile run

Wed - 4 mile run

Fri - 4 mile run

Sat - 9 mile run

Joey's with us for his 5 week summer time!! Getting to gym will be more limited. Didn't go last week. I'm totally ok to miss since we have more time with Joey, but don't want Samuel to get out of routine. Childcare goes up to 9 year olds, but Joey looks more like an 11 year old and he would just be so bored. I think I will go  some to drop off Samuel and then play basketball with Joey. That works out arms, right!? :)

Saturday was a difficult run - hot and hilly. 

I ran out of water during mile 7. A 4 bottle belt might be in order. Finished the 9 miles and felt pretty good about run despite conditions. Pace was 10.42 vs more normal 10.15, but also been building miles again over last month. 

Michelle's run 7.4.14

30 minute run

Ran 30 minutes as a family to start our July 4th holiday. Michael pushed Heath for the first half and I got the second. We went to the river park area and let Heath get out and play at the park at the end. Since he isn't walking, he can't do a lot at the park, but he enjoyed the slides. 

Mysti's Workouts - June 30th, July 1st, July 2nd & July 4th

M - 4 Mile Run & 35 Minute Arms

T - 3 Mile Run & 30 Minute Arms

W - 4 Mile Run

F - 8 Mile Run 

Michelle's run 7.3.14

25 minute run/walk

Really not feeling it today. My legs felt like bricks! It probably didn't help that I hadn't ran since Saturday. Our week just ended up being a little busier than I had expected. 

Michelle's run 6.28.14

37 minute run. 10 minute walk.

Heath and I ran downtown this morning. We ran across two bridges and through the park. It was great for a Saturday run. Heath enjoyed watching the people and cars. It was a long time for him to be in the stroller and he didn't fuss once.

Michelle's run 6.27.14

35 minute run, 5 minute walking with jogger.

Heath and I tried something new today.  We drove to the riverpark and ran there.  It's about a 10 minute drive and it was great!  The running path was pretty flat and it took you by the river, some parks, over bridges, etc... and that was just the part we ran today!  I really need to get more adventurous with my running.  I always just run by my house and it gets boring.  Heath also likes to look at different things.  I just need to go earlier.  Today it got a little hot by the end!

Mysti's Workout - June 27, 2014

5 Mile Run

Samuel and I spent the beginning of week at Grandparents' Farm and Great Aunt Cathy's House. 

I enjoyed the break from workouts and our regular schedule.

Mysti's Workout - June 21, 2014

7 Mile Run

Thinking about training for another Half

or at least increase Saturday runs to 8-10 miles.

Michelle's run 6.23.14

22 minutes run, 4 minute walk

My legs were a little stiff this morning, the jogger seemed extra heavy as well. But I got out there.

Michelle's race 6.21.14

Run for God 5k: 31:03

Today I learned how much of a difference a flat course makes. I was just hoping to get around 33 minutes. The course was really flat and easy to run. Michael finished around 28 minutes! My mom watched Heath (they enjoyed watching everyone run) so we were jogger-less.  

Mysti's Workout - June 20, 2014

5.25 Mile Run

Michelle's run 6.19.14

20 minute run with jogger

I've worked this week and it's been really hot... So I have been able to run much. My only choice is to run in the morning before work, but it's so hard to get up. But today I did it! 

5k is Saturday! Wish me luck.

Mysti's Workout - June 19, 2014

25 minute walk

25 minutes arms

John typically get up with Sam in the mornings around 6am. I run MWFSat and sleep in till 645 on TT; however, I'm so less productive and feel sleepy all morning. This morning I got up and walked. I cannot run everyday do in fun to try just getting up and taking a short walk to help start the day. We shall see.

Mysti's Workout - June 18, 2014

4 mile run 

20 minutes arms

20 minutes Stretching 

Run = Hot, Hot and Hot 

Already 75 at 6:30

Arms = Sore

Despite it being hot and my arms being sore it was still a good.

Mysti's Workout - June 17, 2014

2 mile run

OMG, this was a horrible run. I planned on 3 miles, but that didn't happen and had to stretch at 1 mile.

Oh well, bad runs happen. 

Mysti's Workout - June 16, 2014

I was lazy and did not run this morning, but made it to the gym - 35 minutes of free weights. It might just being wishful thinking but when I was working out I thought for the first time that I could tell my arms had some tone to them.

Michelle's run/walk 6.13.14

25 minute run/walk with the jogger

45 minute walk at the park with a mommy friend and her daughter

My run today was just not good. I wasn't feeling it and my shirt was really annoying me. It's hard to push a stroller and adjust your shirt every 30 seconds! This afternoon we met a friend and her daughter at the park and walked for 45 minutes before letting the kids swing. So even though my run stunk, I was active today and we enjoyed plenty of nice weather!

Michelle's run 6.12.14

30 minute run with the jogger

It was actually not too hot or humid this morning. I was able to run 30 minutes with the jogger without stopping or even feeling like I was going to die.

Our 5k is next weekend. I think I'm ready for it. 

Mysti's Workout - June 11, 2014

Run - 3 miles 

Gym - 30 minute free weights 

Sam is loving the childcare at gym now days!! He walks in, let's go of my hand, finds a toy and then waves and says "bye bye Mommy". 

Michelle's run 6.9.14

31 minute run with jogger. 

Heath and I were about to go on our run and this happened.

So we has to wait until the afternoon. It was really humid,but not too hot. 

I am also doing an ab challenge. 30 days of ab work. I just found a plan on pinterest. I wasn't worried about what the exact plan was, I just need to do something. I like how I look except for my stomach. I hate that I still look 5 months pregnant. And it's not fat, it's just that I have no muscles anymore. So I'm hoping by actually doing some exercises with them, they will tighten up a bit.

Mysti's Workout - June 9, 2014

Run - 5 miles with 10.01 pace

Gym - 30 minutes free weights 

We went to Tulsa this weekend to visit John's family. I planned to run Sunday morning, but it was pouring rain all morning. When you cannot run - shop right!?

I went to Lululemon for the first time and found a couple of running items I think I'm going to LOVE!! 

1) Tank - Ta Ta Topper

- Babydoll type shape

2) Bra - Ta Ta Tamer II

- Convertable straps

Mysti's Workout - Week of June 1, 2014

Gym 3x - 30 minutes ish arms

Run 2x - 4 & 5 miles 

Michelle's run 6.6.14

30 minute run with jogger

Actually ran 30 minutes with the jogger! It was really humid, but the temp wasn't bad. 

Michelle's run 6.4.14

20 minute run with jogger

Got up earlier today and ran. Only did 20 minutes, but it was something!

Michelle's walk 6.3.14

30 minute walk with jogger

Got going a little too late to run, so we walked instead

Mysti's Workouts - Week May 25th

Wednesday = 5 miles

Friday = 3 miles

Saturday = 6.5 miles

Michelle's run 5.26.14

25 minute run 

My aunt watched Heath while I ran 25 minutes around her subdivision.  It was nice to get a run in and explore a new place. 

Michelle's run 5.20.14

20 minute solo run

It was pretty warm and I was just not feeling it.  But 20 minutes is better than nothing.

Mysti's Workout - May 19, 2014

I might have a problem ;)

Left - New / Mother's Day Gift

Middle - Valentian's Day Gift / Toe pocket too narrow for long runs.

Right - Birthday Gift / Starting to break down

Maybe not too bad of a Problem :)

Mysti's Workout - May 16, 2014

6:00 am - 6 miles

Slower pace - was too busy looking at houses.

Mysti's Workout - May 12th & 16th

Monday and Friday - 4 mile runs

It's been a extra busy week; I cannot believe it is already Friday! I totally slacked off on workouts this week. Plus it was raining Wednesday morning.

Michelle's run 5.16.14

20 minute run with Heath

It's hard to run in the wind with a jogger, the wind catches under the sun shade and makes it so hard to push!

I got new running shoes for Mothers Day! They are so bright! It was the only color in my size, but they are really comfortable, so color doesn't matter as much.

Michelle's run 5.12.14

30 minute run

Evening family run. It was humid, but not too bad. 

Mysti's Workout - May 9, 2014

Treadmill - 20 minutes

Arms - 10 minutes

Needed an easy day. If it continues to rain, I might have an easy weekend or try out running in the rain. 

Michelle's run 5.7.14

26 minute run (half with jogger, half without)

Michael and I went for an evening run. Michael pushed Heath the first half and I ran alongside. The second half, I pushed and Michael ran ahead. I even kind of "sprinted" the last minute. Ha!

Mysti's Workout - May 7, 2014

25 minutes arms

+

Fit Tot Class

+

Morning Run

Michelle's run 5.3.14

17 minute run and 8 minute walk with jogger

Not great, but I hadn't done a lot of running in the past week or so. It's been a combination of busy and exhaustion. The school year is almost over!!

Sorry I have been a blog slacker, I'm going to be catching up!

Mysti's Workout - May 3, 2014

7:00am - 7 miles 

Mysti's Workout - May 2, 2014

3 mile run at 9:45 pace

30 minutes of arms / kind of abs :)

Free wieghts for about 25 minutes and threw in a couple of planks for good measure.

I knew know if I'm doing the planks correct. 

Mysti's Workout - April 30, 2014

Mysti's Workout - April 29, 2014

I was trying to get into the 8 minute range. So close!

Mysti's Workout - April 28, 2014

Mysti's Workout - April 26, 2014

Michelle's run 4.24.14

22 minute run (with Michael and Heath)

Family evening run. Michael and I talked about which landscaping in our neighborhood we liked best. Ours is in need of an overhaul.

Mysti's Workout - April 25, 2014

3.53 mile run

10.01 pace

45 degrees

Love that we are having Spring weather!

Mysti's Workout - April 24, 2015

Mysti's Workout - April 23, 2014

3 mile run at 6:20am with a 10.17 pace in 53 degree sunny weather - Doesn't get much better :)

Mysti's Workout - April 22, 2014

Treadmill - 20 minutes

Arms - 20 minutes

Abs - Front and Side Planks 

Michelle's run 4.20.14

21 minute run with Murray

I don't remember the last time I ran with just Murray. It was a nice Spring day for an evening run. 

Michelle's run 4.18.14

30 minute run with the jogger
5 minute walk after

THIRTY minutes!  I don't think I have ever ran that long with the jogger.  I had planned on 25, but then heath fell asleep and I felt great, so I went for it.  It was a nice cool weather morning run.  So different from my last run, where 20 minutes seemed nearly impossible.  That's the great thing about running, even if you have a bad run, the next one could be a great one!

Mysti's Workout - April 18, 2014

6:05am + 45 degrees + 5 miles + 10.02 pace = Great Run

Michelle's run 4.16.14

20 minute run with jogger. 

I'm on Spring break, so you'd think I'd be better with my runs.  However, the weather has not been great. It was nice and sunny today though.

Mysti's Workout - April 16, 2014

4 mile run 

10.04 minute pace

I hate waking up but love morning runs. Fresh air, sunrise, still cool outside and sets the tone for my day.

Later this morning, Sam and I are going to start a 6 week 30 minute class - Fit Tot

Mysti's Workout - April 15, 2014

Couch to 5k with Boys

It was so funny! I was pushing Sam, Joey was on my left and John was on my right. Joey cheered when we started running each time and John cheered when we started walking each time. 

Mysti's Workout - April 12, 2014

4 mile solo run

&

Week 1 Day 1 - 2 miles

Couch to 5k with all 3 if my boys :)

Mysti's Workout - April 10, 2014

Treadmill - 25 minutes

Abs - 5 minutes 

Treadmill - intervals again 

Abs - front and side planks 

I wish abs were as easy as running :-/

Mysti's Workout - April 9, 2014

Treadmill - 30 minutes 

Arms - 15 minutes

Treadmill intervals of normal pace, sprint and hill - repeat - about 2 minutes for each.

Mysti's Workout - April 8, 2014

Treadmill - 20 minutes 

Samuel and I spent a week at the Grandparents' farm and are trying to get back to our routine.

Michelle's run 4.5.14

20 minute run 

It was a little chilly and windy this morning, so Michael and I switched off running and baby duty.

Michelle's Run 4.1.14

20 minute run with jogger

Nice spring weather. I actually wore a tank and shorts!

Michelle's run 3.30.14

20 minute run

Ran with Michael and Heath. (Michael pushed the jogger).

We also walked some after because Heath fell asleep. We also did some yard work/gardening today!

Mysti's Workout - March 30, 2014

HeLLo Spring!!

That is not what my body thought about the warmer weather. Oh my, that was a difficult run. Also, had Samuel with me.

Mysti's Workout - March 29, 2014

5 mile run

It was not a good run, but it happens sometimes.

Michelle's runs 3.14-3.28

2 runs

15 minute run

20 minute run

Michael and I have started a Run for God small group. I'm trying to get back into it. It's hard because I am so out of the habit. The running isn't hard, it's getting into a routine again.

Mysti's Workout - March 28, 2014

Arms, Abs and Treadmill - about 15 minutes each

Mysti's Workout - March 24, 2014

Elliptical - 35 minutes  

Mysti's Workout - March 22, 2014

I had planned to meet Courtney at 6:30 and run 8 miles, but after being awake with both Samuel and John from 4:30-6:00 that did not happen. Samuel and I slept from 6:00-7:00, ate breakfast and joined Courtney for the end of her 12 miles. 

Great run with jogging stroller! I feel like it was similar to running 8 miles solo.

Mysti's Workout - March 21, 2014

Distance: 3 miles

Pace: 9:37 minutes

I wasn't sure if I would get a run in today, but after falling off the wagon at Dunkin Donuts this morning I was a little more motivated. Sam was napping and John got up to eat lunch so I ran with the opportunity. Hehehe :)

Spring!!

Mysti's Workout - March 19, 2014

I decided to try out the speed interval training idea and used the 5k Runner app to prompt the intervals. Below is a picture  - during walking parts we (with Courtney) ran normal pace and during running parts we sprinted. 

It went great! I was definantly glad when the intervals were over! It was nice to change it up and hopefully burn a few extra calories. I read somewhere at sometime that speed training helped target belly fat. Rather it does or doesn't it gave me extra motivation.

Typical pace at 3 miles / weekdays = 10:30 pace. 

Pace Improved :)

PS - Plan to go to gym and focus on arms in about an hour :)

Mysti's Workouts - March 15th & 17th

Saturday = 6 mile run

Monday = 25 minute treadmill

Eating = Doing fairly well. Salads for lunch, more fruits for snacks, adding greens to dinner and limiting sweets. Nothing crazy and not everyday, but more days than not.

Mysti's Workout - March 14, 2014

4 mile run

Morning run for the first time since daylight savings. It was still very dark at 6:20am.

Another random note, news story last night was of a runner getting hit on the arm by a blow dart. It was even on same street I run on just a mile or two more north. 

Mysti's Workout - March 13, 2014

Treadmill: 15 minutes

Arms / Free Weights: 15 minutes

Elliptical: 15 minutes

Trying to keep it exciting and short / fast cardio.

Mysti's Workout - March 12, 2014

Treadmill: 30 minutes 

Mysti's Workout - March 10, 2014

Treadmill: 30 minutes

Sam and I made a trip to Aunt Cathy's and Grandparents' Farm last week - I decided I would leave the running shoes and jogging stroller behind. Enjoyed my break from reality while indulging in homemade fried pork chops and mashed potatoes. 

Mysti's Workout - March 1, 2014

Distance: 10.5 miles

Very excited about progress today. My knee hurt about 3 different times and could feel it was tight throughout run but never to the point I felt any damage or bad pain. 

Eating: Much better for me

Lunches- 3 salads, 1 tuna w dill pickles and wheat crackers and peanut butter sandwich. Only 1 Donut :)

Mysti's Workout - February 28, 2014

Treadmill Run - 30 minutes 

Nothing exciting to report :)

Mysti's Workout - February 26, 2014

Randomness: Run about 10 minutes and intervals with Dana for about 25 minutes on track and then 5 minute run on treadmill. (Yay, Dana's trying to start running)

My left knee started hurting on Monday morning. Trying to slow down and not push it, but work thought it at same time. (Read somewhere at sometime that you wanted to back off training but not stop)

Continuing my randomness...Trying to eat better?!?

I can stick with a running schedule, but I never seem to stick with eating well past about the 3 week mark. So maybe if I add it to our blogging, I will do better. 

Ideas...

* Salads for lunch at least 4 times per week

* Veggie added to each dinner and watch portions

* Limit unhealthy snacking 

* Sweets are my weakness. Get mini or fun size candy bars and limit to one after lunch and dinner. (Compared to: I ate 4 Dunkin Donuts last week in a 24 hour period)

Michelle's run 2.24.13

15 minute run with jogger

Took a half day because Heath could not go to daycare.  It was nice out, so we went for a little jog.  Even though I dressed him warmly and put up the weathershield, it was still probably not my finest mommy moment.  Once he started crying, I decided to stop just in case he wasn't feeling well.

Mysti's Workout - February 24, 2014

Distance: 3 miles

Time: 31.46 minutes

The 3 day break and Memphis food slowed me down, but it was totally worth it to get to see The Hassler's!!

Happy 30th Birthday to Michelle :)

Mysti's Workout - February 20, 2014

Treadmill Run - 40 Minutes

Mysti's Workout - February 19, 2014

Run

Distance: 4.5 miles

Time: 42:48 minutes

RAC

20 minutes free weights

10 minutes elliptical

All before 9 am 

Mysti's Workout - February 18, 2014

20 minutes - free weights

10 minutes - elliptical

Weights - various arm exercises with 5lb and 8lb 

Elliptical - arm boost mode 

Any arms, abs or upper body exercise ideas?!?

Mysti's Workout - February 17, 2014

Plus 30 minutes walking.

Mysti's Workout - February 16, 2014

This run hurt starting at mile 7, but it was such a nice day and I didn't get a long run last weekend that I kept pushing.

I think I just got overheated a little. My body didn't know what to do with high 50 degrees. 

Michelle's workout 2.16.14

25 minute walk with jogger.

Enjoyed the nice weather!

Michelle's workout 2.14.14

Jilian Michaels ripped in 30 week 2

Another snow day! I should have gotten more workouts in, but oh well. Heath played while I worked out. I may have had to bribe him with puffs a little bit. 

Mysti's Workout - February 13, 2014

Treadmill: 30 minutes 

I tried to push it today and added incline for total of about 10 minutes via 2 minute increments.  

I need to look up some treadmill tips - so boring.

They didn't call me to get Sam today. He did cry a lot, but was able to be distracted by a couple of books.

Mysti's Workout - February 11, 2014

Treadmill Run: Around 23 minutes

I was called down to childcare due to Sam crying. He loves his Mommy. 

Michelle's run 2.10.14

22 minute run with jogger.

Ran with the weather shield for the first time.  Heath looks silly!

Mysti's Workout - February 10, 2014

Treadmill: 25ish minutes

Samuel is struggling with separation anxiety in general, and today they had to call me back down to the childcare room. He kept getting upset when others got dropped off / picked up. 

Just snapped a picture of Sam - this is what happens when I take my eye off of him for one minute :)

Mysti's Workout - Feb 9th

Distance: 4.5 miles

I'm so OVER winter, and find it annoyingly ironic that I picked the coldest winter to keep motivated with running. 

A few things keep me going...fleece lined running pants, the thought of "starting over" in the Spring makes me cringe, doing something for myself outside of husband and kids and I've learned to enjoy the cooler runs - fresh air.

Check out my cute new socks and pants. 33 degrees seemed like enough of a heat wave to wear capri pants vs my lined pants :)

It's barely got over 15 degrees this week. 

Michelle's workout (attempt) 2.3.14

So I attempted to workout yesterday.  It was probably nice enough to run, but I got off work late, then Heath was hungry and fell asleep while nursing (his way of tricking me into holding him during his nap).  By the time he was awake it was already 5:15.  I wasn't even dressed, so I figured I would try to get a Jillian Michaels workout in.  

I only make it 10 minutes before Heath was having a full on meltdown.  He was fussy and singing did not work this time.  He also would get mad when I would get on the floor and not play with him.  I tried the week 2 video and it has lot of plank exercises... so I think next time I will not do that video when he's not in a great mood.  

I guess 10 minutes is better than nothing, but it was a stressful 10 minutes...which is not the point of working out in my opinion!

Mysti's Workout - February 2, 2014

Today's Goal = Finish before it started snowing = Success

Out the door at 6:00am 

 

Should I be really crazy and run tomorrow in the snow!?!

PS. I'm so THANKFUL for Michelle for many reasons. One big reason - calling me almost 5 years ago and asking if I would train with her for a 10k. I told her she was crazy, but agreed to train for 5k and keep each other accountable and motivated.

Michelle's workout 1.30.14

Jilian Michael's Ripped in 30- Week 1

Did another ripped in 30 on my 2nd snow day.  Heath was awake, and started to get a little fussy, so I had to sing some kid songs to distract/entertain him.  

Day 3 of the food change went well.  I felt terrible when I woke up (I think it was low blood sugar), but this morning I felt better.  

Mysti's Workout - January 31, 2014

Morning Run

Mysti's Workout - January 29, 2014

Distance: ?

Time: 30 minutes

I ran for 30 minutes around an indoor track. Who wants to count how many times you run in a circle - not me. The 10 degree weather is greeting to me and I have no motivation to run outside.

Joining the Rogers Activity Center was my solution to 2 challenges: 1) the freezing temps this winter 2) Samuel's separation anxiety.

Mon-Fri 8-11, I can drop Samuel off for up to 1.5 hours while I work out. Options - indoor track, 4 treadmills, 4 elliptical, 3 bikes and about 15 various strength machines. It's small but nice and at $80 per year for family of 6 with free childcare = great deal. There are also lots of classes offered for $5 per class or unlimited for 2 months at $45.

I sound like a saleswomen, but it's not in the budget to join World's Gym.

Michelle's workout 1.29.14

Jilian Michael's Ripped in 30: Week 1 video

Did a Jilian Michael's video since we were snowed in today.  I actually did the workout while Heath was awake.  He mostly just stared at me.  He was a little fussy at times, but I got through the whole thing without a meltdown.

In other health related news: I am on day 2 of no processed food.  So far I have also managed to do it Paleo.  I'm going to try to stick with the Whole 30 model.  So beyond no processed, I am also doing no dairy, no grains, no legumes (beans), no sugar of any kind (not even syrup or honey).  It's only been tough in between meals when I want a quick snack.  It would be so easy to grab some crackers, bread, etc.  But I've managed.  I think the key is going to be getting used to eating more at meals (especially to offset the carbs I am used to filling up on).

Yesterday I was giving Heath a snack and there was a little shortbread cookie in the mix.  I didn't want him to have that, so I put it in my mouth... as soon I stuck it in I remembered I wasn't supposed to eat it...so I had to spit it out!  Ha!

Michelle's run 1.26.14

14 minute run ans 7 minute walk. 

Went on a run by myself. The weather was actually decent. I ran up the hills, but felt awful after 14 minutes. I was disappointed at first, but realized it's better than nothing and the next run will be better.  It's going to be cold the rest of the week, so I'm not sure how much I'll run.

Mysti's Workout - January 25, 2014

Distance: 7 miles

Time: 115:50 minutes

Pace: 10:50 minute

I did not run yesterday as planned due to weather. 8 degrees outside with 7mph wind.

Today was a heat wave of 35 degrees, but crazy cold weather hits again Monday. :(

The sky was really pretty this morning and took a new scenic route which helped my not so ready to run attitude and by the end I could have kept going.

Mysti's Workout - January 22, 2014

Distance: 3.09 miles

Run = Over! Thank Goodness!

Freezing temps and I ate my weight in fondue last night - cheese and chocolate.

Mysti's Workout - January 19, 2014

Afternoon Run :)

Michelle's run 1.19.14

25 minute run with jogger

We took advantage of the sunny weather. I pushed myself to do an extra 5 minutes. I'm hoping to run tomorrow too since I have the day off. 

Oh, here's a pic of my injury from last week.