After working a few late nights in a row, I was in need of a break last night. A break from the come home, eat dinner, make tomorrow’s lunch, plan for a run, answer emails, go to bed early kind of night. Instead, I was in need of some quality time with my boyfriend, an evening out back with a glass (or a few) of wine, a non pre run specific dinner, and little less stress. So that is what I did. I even set my alarm for 9am this morning!
And then took a running break to head out into the beautiful morning for a short 30 minute bike ride!
I could have biked all day, but had to go to work instead. Have no fear, I only took the night off after rescheduling my training runs, so I will be back at it tomorrow with an 8 miler. Which means it is an early bed time kind of night!
Do you ever need to just take a break?
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Absolutely! I love working with kids but by Friday I am usually as done as they are (especially since Friday is our busiest day in the library. Those days I try to do exactly what you did (I went to costco yesterday and got a roasted chicken and some brown rice California rolls-which are surprisingly good-dinner served). I took the night off from laundry and dishes (they are waiting for me now-hee hee) and watched project runway and trashed many of the designers! It was great fun!
Debi, that does sound like great fun! I have a whole bunch waiting for me today as well but atleast I have some extra time to do it! Those busy weeks and energetic kids wear me out too!
Heck, yes! Taking a break once and awhile keeps me sane – and, energizes me for the next workout. Your night sounds relaxing and lovely! I’m with ya… I went out for a ride on Tuesday night and wanted to stop time; it was the perfect evening to ride, and I could have kept going forever. Have a happy weekend!
You too! I really wanted to get out for a night ride but got home from work at 9 every night this week. Thank goodness for this fall feeling weather!
Oh, absolutely – everyone needs a break sometimes! It’s so healthy to give yourself that respite once in awhile! Sounds like you felt so invigorated this morning and are ready to go even harder, stronger now!
So true!!!
It was well worth it and I felt great afterwards. It might also be why I survived the week : )
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Good for you for realizing you needed a break and then taking it! I’m sure you’ll be more than ready to jump back into training feeling refreshed!
Yes…with this morning’s beautiful weather, I WAS!!! Hoping for similar weather on race day!
You did it right! You decided you needed a break and you took it!!! Love sleeping in!!!
Me too! I need more sleeping in! I will take the whole week after the marathon to SLEEP!
I took a break yesterday too. It felt good and made 8 miles today seem easy. I love that feeling. I also enjoyed a few glasses of wine last night!! 🙂
Doesn’t that feel great? We all need wine nights now and again!