The good news is, I survived last week both from a physical and professional stand point. It was my first true week of half marathon training. I’m a little late to start but better late than never, right? In addition, the fact that I was able to log each of my workouts while still balancing the busiest week of work I’ve experienced gives me hope.

Last week’s workouts were as follows:

Monday: 4 miles on the treadmill

Tuesday: Personal training session (read more about the break up decision here)

Wednesday: Barry’s Bootcamp 

Thursday & Friday: accidental rest days

Saturday: 6 miles on the treadmill at a 1.0 incline and half marathon pace

Sunday: 4 mile run to brunch with Theodora 

Even though I had one more rest day than originally planned, I still logged quality workouts which left me feeling strong and back on track from a training stand point. After all, I have a half marathon on March 17th in which I’m trying to PR. While I know that I feel like I’m in the best shape ever, I am still wary of failure.

But, I think that my run coach, Gia’s plan and suggestions for the next few weeks will get me back to a place of confidence. The key to my running over the next seven weeks is to ensure that I get back outside and into the park for the majority of my runs. It’ll be tough considering the elements and my upcoming travel to Geneva and a tropical location for Theodora’s birthday, but I have to remember that every outdoor run will make March 17th easier. Luckily, I have people like Ashley B and Jess who inspire me to get back outside on a daily basis through their fun pictures! (picture via Jess)

This week’s schedule includes a 4 mile run in Central Park and 8 miles outside in the cold on Saturday! In addition, for your enjoyment, this week’s training schedule also comes with a theme song.

Scream & Shout (feat Brittney Spears) – will.i.am