And here we are in week 3 of baby adventures - the sequel! We are staring to settle into a routine, whatever the hell that means at this stage of a newborns life - basically goes something like this: get up at 6, do kids breakfasts, changing, take to daycare or stay home, rando store trip, cry, eat, snuggle, change x 40, mom squeezes in food and a workout and whatever she can do one handed, Dad comes home, repeat above, crash, do it again. I know a few things - there is never more than an hour and a half span where I don't change a diaper, become a cow, or wish I could shower. But we are happy, and healthy, and no one has been thrown out the window. Including me or Greg. So there's progress.
In all seriousness, we are having a sleep deprived ball. There are ups and downs but I am trying to soak in the most I can with Miss Biz and Rob while I am home - the days are long but the weeks, months and years are short, as they say. And in about 18 years when Greg and I are looking at each other in a quiet house, I don't want to say "I wish I would have..." (Oh who am I kidding. We'll be doing Ironmans in 2033, lol). But I digress. And while there aren't any 140.6's in my immediate future, I've made sure that in addition to caring and loving Biz and Rob, that I also take some time for me....even though it's somewhat hard to come by, Greg and I have the firm belief that having some "me" time makes us better parents and partners - we have no desire to be "mommy and daddy martyrs" - in our experience, those parents end up resenting their spouses and kids, which isn't healthy.
Ergo, my "me" time is usually spent on a bike or in sneakers or a swimsuit - hey, everyone has their thing, right? And while I might get a few raised eyebrows, I was out for a walk two days after having Biz and on my bike 5 days after. Honestly, it has nothing to do with "losing the weight" - it's my me place, my sanctuary, my time to recharge and come back stronger. Well, on Sunday I put it to the real test - what about running?? As all runners know in NY - fall is hands down the best time to run. The weather is usually perfect - perfect temp, low humidity, and the foliage is frickin gorgeous. Happy to be alive and moving weather, if you will!! Well, running is probably a big no no this soon, but I figured what the hey. Worst case I would turn back after 5 minutes in tears, pain, or having completely peed my pants. Best case - 3 miles and license to sign up for a 5k before the season is over!
45 (ok 46) minutes later, I returned home with a big ole smile on my face - 5 miles down with no pain except the knowledge that I haven't run hills in a long, long time. I ran my old 5 mile loop around our neighborhood - taking in the farms (yes, we live in cow town), fall festivals, and the amazing smell of a perfect September day, laced with leaves and freshly mowed lawns. Perfection. And complete zen.
Now comes the fun part - for the last year I've been on hiatus - last "race" was OBX marathon in November....and I can finally plan out my races. WOOT! The break was 110% worth it (duh) but I am just itching to go!! I signed up for a fast, flat 5k on October 10, and am debating a 20k on November 7. No illusions of any PR's, but some good ole fashioned running and fun. And 2016....well, so far I have a rough plan (Hey, I have alot of time on the couch with a newborn, people, and the internets are a persuasive beast when you belong to running pages!) here goes:
* 4 seasons challenge (4 half marathons in a year)
* Hudson Valley marathon (February Albany marathon - hope to connect this to a work visit)
* Mind the Ducks Ultra Marathon (goal = 100k)
and a few tris sprinkled in - some sprints and an Olympic, no Irons next year. I hope to PR in the half marathon (need to break 1:50) and best my ultra run distance (54 miles). I am so stoked! How will I get it done? I have some ideas....stay tuned for the first training plan, to commence November 1 (yep, I'm a dork. I need a goal, dammit). Till then it's a little biking, a little running, weights and a good ole 33 mile challenge on Friday (combo of run and bike) hey - to each his or her own on your birthday - I like to celebrate each year with a mile :-)
In all seriousness, we are having a sleep deprived ball. There are ups and downs but I am trying to soak in the most I can with Miss Biz and Rob while I am home - the days are long but the weeks, months and years are short, as they say. And in about 18 years when Greg and I are looking at each other in a quiet house, I don't want to say "I wish I would have..." (Oh who am I kidding. We'll be doing Ironmans in 2033, lol). But I digress. And while there aren't any 140.6's in my immediate future, I've made sure that in addition to caring and loving Biz and Rob, that I also take some time for me....even though it's somewhat hard to come by, Greg and I have the firm belief that having some "me" time makes us better parents and partners - we have no desire to be "mommy and daddy martyrs" - in our experience, those parents end up resenting their spouses and kids, which isn't healthy.
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| Yeah, I used this with Rob. I still can't resist! |
45 (ok 46) minutes later, I returned home with a big ole smile on my face - 5 miles down with no pain except the knowledge that I haven't run hills in a long, long time. I ran my old 5 mile loop around our neighborhood - taking in the farms (yes, we live in cow town), fall festivals, and the amazing smell of a perfect September day, laced with leaves and freshly mowed lawns. Perfection. And complete zen.
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| Let's race, baby! |
* 4 seasons challenge (4 half marathons in a year)
* Hudson Valley marathon (February Albany marathon - hope to connect this to a work visit)
* Mind the Ducks Ultra Marathon (goal = 100k)
and a few tris sprinkled in - some sprints and an Olympic, no Irons next year. I hope to PR in the half marathon (need to break 1:50) and best my ultra run distance (54 miles). I am so stoked! How will I get it done? I have some ideas....stay tuned for the first training plan, to commence November 1 (yep, I'm a dork. I need a goal, dammit). Till then it's a little biking, a little running, weights and a good ole 33 mile challenge on Friday (combo of run and bike) hey - to each his or her own on your birthday - I like to celebrate each year with a mile :-)
If you're runner, you get it. If not, I'm sorry for the zzzz.......post.
But at least there was some baby cuteness in there :-)
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