- 5Ks happen on Thanksgiving! Is this an American way of justifying gluttony?? I like my
piecheesecake, so I ran one--- Didn't come near cracking the top three, but I had a good race (report coming soon), and had a GREAT time playing with my boys afterwards at a swim park. Much needed fun together! - This is a week off of running for me. FIRST time I have ever scheduled a week off (not counting after a marathon- but that has never been more than 6 days). Really, I have no idea if I can even make it that long. In the last few months I have been running steadily 6-7 days a week, but about 8 runs a week.
- I plan to spend some time on my bike and took the boys for a ride today, (oldest on his bike, two youngest in a trailer). Five miles on a bike is just not enough to satisfy my adrenaline addiction! Still, I was thankful for a chance to get outdoors with NO rain.
Have I mentioned it's been wet in western Oregon? This part of Dorris Ranch is closed off until further notice.
- Looking at a possible winter trail race...Crazy people do that type of thing, don't they?
- Thanksgiving here was an AWESOME, multi-family feast. Our contributions were green bean casserole, rolls, 2 cheesecakes (chocolate/coffee & sour cream w/blackberry), and a veggie tray. My proudest moment was when my oldest son read his half-page report about why the Pilgrims came to Plymouth. God has been so good to us this year, and always.
- There is going to be a giveaway here soon. I've never done one before, so I'm kind of excited about it!
- I am on twitter now @Raina_runs. Please come find me!!!! Help me figure out what I am doing? J
Have you ever taken a scheduled run break?
What is your favorite Thanksgiving dish?
Did you race in a Turkey trot or other Thanksgiving race?
a whole week off....I think I would have a hard time with that....I dont have a bike so right now I would not consider taking that many days off...I would go crazy...
ReplyDeletefavorite thanksgiving dish used to be the turkey with cranneberries!
Turkey Trot yes for me!
Happy Thanksgiving Caroline! Already I am scheming to run tomorrow. But I keep reminding myself that all the books say it won't affect training for up to a week.
DeleteProbably the funniest line I've read in all of the Thanksgiving reports ... "Is this an American way of justifying gluttony??" ... so true! Hope you and your family had a great holiday - I always enjoy, and learn a lot, from your blog!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jim! Hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving as well. :)
DeleteEnjoy your week off. We have a Christmas tradition with cheesecakes. My dad and I always make one together. :) Also wanted to mention I got a strange email on Thanksgiving saying you posted a video for me on Twitter. I couldn't open it or figure out where it was in Twitter but then a friend said she got the same message except from me and soon after that her fb page was setting up groups and sending messages that weren't from her. I just thought I'd give you a heads up. Let me know if you get anything strange from me. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for finding me, Carissa!
DeleteUnfortunately, I had to change all my passwords because I think I got hacked- or some malware.
Enjoy the week off. Expect some taper niggles a couple days in. I've taken 5 days off the last three weeks in a row for various reason and my legs are confused :-)
ReplyDeleteI read an interesting post on that recently. How the healing of rest can cause some muscle pains/aches when you are running less.
DeleteI think it's good to take scheduled breaks. Of course it's always easier to say that than actually do...
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a great Thanksgiving! :) And yes, people do run trail races in the winter. Do it!!!
I think i will, Angie! Just not sure which distance. Pretty sure there will be lots of mud :)
DeleteSometimes I take short breaks. With all of that running, you must be running a lot of miles! The cheesecake flavors both sound really good. I wish I could make cheesecake. I tried once - not good!
ReplyDeleteKeep trying! It's good...both flavors .
DeleteI don't generally schedule time off. At some point something happens that requires several days off. Sick kids, sick me, or something else. This summer I took almost a week off when we were moving. That was a crazy time! Anyway, I'm excited to read your RP! I had to miss my turkey trot due to illness, so I'm living vicariously through you. ;) Happy thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteI don't usually take time off for anything except injury, so this is a little bit of what I consider a preventative rest period. I'll be ready to go hard again as soon as I get back.
DeleteHappy Thanksgiving!!
I think this forced rest will serve you well Raina. Interested to see how you feel when you come back. Some people feel amazing after a week off and completely recharged mentally and physically:)
ReplyDeleteI have no doubt I will be recharged!! Already ready to run a 20 miler!! The mental part is a big piece to why I am doing it, but I just would like to see a bit where my fitness / HR is when I return after a week.
DeleteI'm not sure either my kids or myself would make it through a week of no running, well it wouldn't be pretty that's for sure ;) If you're doing it then you must need it so good for you for having the sense to recognize it. I'm only 7 weeks out from my marathon and I'm already getting nervous about the enforced rest Coach Doug is going to insist on, will have to hit the pool instead :)
ReplyDeleteNot sure I actually NEED it (not injured), but I am experimenting on myself- based on this article
DeleteTrust me. My family is ready for me to start running again.
I made me own "turkey trot" this year. There was one in Manzanita, but I woke up with an awful stomach ache and figured I should just run on my own because I didn't know how far I would be able to go. I was able to eeeek out a touch over 4 miles, but it didn't feel pretty at all. At least I earned one of my desserts!
ReplyDeleteI have too many favorite dishes...I love stuffing with gravy on top of it and fresh rolls. I also love my pumpkin pie! Pumpkin cheesecake is good too!
That beach run DID earn a desert! Beach runs are hard.
DeleteYou keep making me hungry with the instagrams of fish and chips!!!
I am so glad you had a wonderful holiday and can't wait for the race report. You are always so fast!! You are smart to take a week off if you are feeling the need for it. I had a big chunk of 'scaled back' time (some planned, some not) and am feeling SO much stronger and refreshed. Enjoy the down time and the family time. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Erin- I am working on the RR :) Not feeling the need, and that's where the challenge lies.
DeleteTry to enjoy your week off of running. It will probably do you more good than you realize. Just enjoy doing some other fun things. I think a winter trail run sounds amazing...you are totally going to love it :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! Went for a good bike ride today again. :)
DeleteRunning breaks- ewwwww. I call that being grounded. I know they are good for me, blah, blah, blah, but I think I am a little bit of an endorphin junky. LOL. Looking foward to your RR, too!
ReplyDeleteYep..This is turning out to be the longest week of my life. lol. I know YOU get it, of all people.
DeleteEnjoy the downtime, Raina! I'm looking forward to your race report as always.
ReplyDeleteThanks Terzah! Count down time for you!!
DeleteI hope you had a really wonderful Thanksgiving. =)
ReplyDeleteThat is some mud!!
I hope you enjoy your week's running rest, and don't go bonkers.
To answer your questions:
- I am currently on a run break
- My favourite dish is probably sweet potato casserole. I make it really really evil. =)
- I didn't run a race, but I did go on a walk with the 7yo to the park. =)
Also, custard is Birds Eye Custard. It's an English dessert thing. You put it on cake, apple pie, bananas,, whatever. You put 2 Tbsp custard mix in a microwaveable container. Add 2 Tbsp sugar. Add a small amount of milk and mix until smooth. Add another 1.75 - 2 cups milk depending on how thick you want it. Microwave a couple of minutes. Pour on dessert of your choice. Yum.
Fish fingers and custard do *not* go together. Unless you're Doctor Who. =)
Oh, here's a link: http://www.britishfoodshop.com/shopexd.asp?id=17
ReplyDeleteHappy belated Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteEven though I'm historically not so good at following my own advice, scheduled breaks is the way to go. Every time I've had an unscheduled break, I end up benefitting from it:)
Enjoy!
Thanks I hope so! I tend to try to power through this time of year, and I think that's what has gotten me in trouble with the spring marathon in the past.
DeleteI'm a few days behind but sounds like you are on to something nice with a scheduled break. I read somewhere that many top athletes do this once or twice a year. No injury- just scheduled time off. I may need to get in on that too. After this Saturday's marathon I know I will be ready for a little break!
ReplyDeleteOh yeah- Good time for a break before winter training for Boston!! Best wishes at St. Judes!!
DeleteHappy Thanksgiving!!! It was a good one here indeed ;)
ReplyDeleteBroccoli Casserole...definately broccoli casserole made healthily with lots of butter, velveeta and ritz crackers....YUM!
Hope you are hanging in there with your break...