I'm still logging all of my miles on my trusty Wave Sky (affiliate): 7 runs (I even ran three times in one week like the good old days!) and 17.32 miles total. This is just a little less than I ran last month and I lost a bit on my average distance during my big post-flu comeback ---> it was slow and painful.
When I wasn't running, I was (recovering from the flu, ha!) working on strength training, hiking, doing yoga...all my other favorite things to do. I even played some tennis with mrC!
I took on a couple of challenges this month: FAB AB FEBRUARY has been going all month and focuses on core with sit-ups, push-ups and planks. MIND BODY PILATES is a ten day challenge that focuses on strength and mental wellness. Sometimes I need a good challenge to keep me motivated and both of these are helping me do the core work that I tend to slack on.
I also started using a BCAA prior to and during my workouts. I am definitely leaning towards the positive. I have more energy during my workouts and my recovery time seems shorter. I'll do a proper review a little later.
Overall, despite missing the first 10 days or so, February turned out to be a pretty good month.
PS - here's a challenge for March from Aly in case your looking for one. I'm undecided because of all those burpees. Then again, maybe that's a reason I should do it...
How was your month? What are looking forward to in March?
Ugh. Sorry about the flu. That had to suck. But you kept moving and that's what counts. I broke out my 2nd pair of skies for Gasparilla and they did not disappoint. I'm a huge fan of BCAAs. I think they definitely make a difference for me.
ReplyDeleteIf I ever get the chance, I'm going to sign up for the Gasparilla 5K just so I can see all the fun for myself ;)
DeleteEven though you weren't doing much running in February due to recovery from being sick, sounds like you still did some great cross training. I don't think I could ever do that burpee challenge....oh my!
ReplyDeleteI know right? That is why I'm on the fence...maybe doing it will help me!
DeleteHaving never done many burpees (translation-ANY burpees) prior to January, I was surprised how much easier they got as I kept doing them consistently. I certainly do not love them, but I do not dread them anymore. Give the challenge a go! You just may be pleasantly surprised as well!!
ReplyDeleteThat's what I've been thinking but having tried a burpee challenge in the past...I just don't know. I guess I have a day to decide!
DeleteSo glad you're past the flu and feeling better! I'm so with you on the whole burpee thing. I tried a challenge once in the past and it just wanted pretty LOL!
ReplyDeleteGlad you've recovered from the flu. It has been a terrible month for a lot of people. I'm looking forward to the flu season coming to an end!
ReplyDeleteMy Crossfit Coach used to use burpees as punishment for me, so I'm well acquainted with them. I will say that while I don't love them, I don't mind them as much anymore!
I need to find a good BCAA to try. I've tried one and it didn't seem to do much, but I need to start adding more running without losing cross training, so I think I need *something* to help me.
ReplyDeleteI dislike burpees so much! However, I joined a new challenge for March and the first day I had to do 10 burpees. :-)
ReplyDeleteSo many people getting sick with the flu. Glad you are feeling better!