Maniacal Training (WW # 14)

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For the last few weeks, I've been excessively active on the weekends (oh, let's be honest -- perhaps maniacal?) and have taken two rest days after.  For those who don't know, I have a foot injury -- just finished week #6.  BAM.  I'm desperately working to save my January marathon registration and not lose much fitness.  I'm kicking my own butt (again, maniacal?).  If it doesn't work, it will not be from lack of trying.  

This is my yard -- LAST YEAR!  Where is Fall?

Wednesday morning I biked 15 miles.  It was almost daylight when I started, a pleasant change after falling back on the clock.  I was thrilled with my average heart rate of 164.  That's the best yet!  It was warm and muggy, like August.  Thursday morning I rode again for 17 miles.  It was even warmer!  Ugh.  My clothes were absolutely soaked with sweat.  My HR was a slightly lower 158, but still a decent workout.  Friday was another rest day.

Saturday it appeared the forecasted rain would hold off until afternoon so I rode again.  I cranked out 40 miles, a personal record.  Last week I somehow lost my phone while riding -- I still haven't figured that out!  As a result, Kelli @ Destination Awesome very thoughtfully sent me some cycling clothes she could not use.  The tops have wonderful deep pockets on the back.  My new extra big phone stayed securely in the pocket.  Thank you so much, Kelli!

 

I recently admitted to putting my Fitbit on my foot to count my pedal strokes.  I felt guilty because it earned me the 125 Floors Badge.  On this ride, it was back in it's proper place on my stationary wrist...and it earned me the 150 Floors Badge.  

I don't get it.  

At this point, I'm very confused how Fitbit counts floors.  Oh, I also had over 18,000 steps.  {Sweet... Oh, What?}

 

I purchased a new gel seat cover made by Just Bike There.  My old one had fallen to pieces.  It was comfy and stayed in place.  However even with padded shorts and a gel seat cover, I still get a little saddle sore.  I hope that is something that goes away with time.

We cheered for our football team Saturday night and they came away with a huge victory and ranking-changing win.  Roll Tide.

 

Sunday morning I made gingerbread by Hogsdon Mill for breakfast.  Nothing says Fall or Happy Holidays better than gingerbread.  This brand has such a hearty, satisfying texture.  My kids love it with honey butter.  It's also good with a little pumpkin spice cream cheese, just sayin'.  

It rained all day Sunday. I returned to the pool and ran for 112 minutes, keeping to my plus 10 minutes rule.  There's not much to say about these sessions.  You just keep moving until you get it done.  It's a mental workout as much as a physical one.  I play little games to help pass the time.  For example, using my music I make up certain rhythms to run with.  Let me say, I feel it simply adds more flair to my Crazy Lady in the Pool persona.  My HR average was 137.  Not too bad.

I've been really stale with my cooking and recently decided to try new recipes for Sunday suppers.  I made Butternut Squash soup using a recipe from Debra @ Confessions of a Mother Runner.  I did vary it slightly by cutting my squash in half to roast it and scooping out the flesh when it cooled.  At PoPo's request, I also added lobster pieces.  I served it with crusty bread.  It was scrumptious.  As expected, the kids thought it was just OK.

In summary, I rode 3 times for 72 miles and pool ran 1 time for 112 minutes.  And yes I plan to rest for a day, um...probably two. 

And that's a wrap! 

Any suggestions for next Sunday's supper?

If you cycle, how do you avoid getting saddle sore?

Tell me about your week! 

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