Wednesday night I made my way into the city for a work event, grabbing dinner with a friend and then making our way over to a party for an artist who just finished up their campaign through Pledge. When I met him a few weeks ago, he was so excited to find out there’s a local Chicago rep and asked me to come out, so of course I did!
It was a fun evening but by the time I got home it was after midnight and since I’d been up since 4am for CrossFit, I was exhausted. I set my alarm for a bit later Thursday morning and let myself get a little extra sleep. I was finally able to pull myself out of bed at 8, threw on some clothes, did my makeup and made my way to the coffee shop for a few hours of work. My body was feeling tired and I knew I needed to at least skip my pre-planned morning run. Part of me was thinking I would do it later so I threw some socks and gym shoes in a bag that I could stash in my car.
As the morning progressed, I realized what I really needed was extra rest. My legs were feeling tired but even more so, my mind was exhausted. I had the inner battle of knowing how much a workout can help my mood, but also knew this was just one of those days when I needed to skip it altogether and if anything, go for an afternoon walk in the gorgeous weather.
More photos from the Reindeer Games!
Some weeks I’m still finding that balance of marathon training, CrossFit and rest…this is one of those weeks when balance means taking that extra rest day. I’m proud of myself for knowing that I need it, listening and taking it.
Here’s what the rest of the week looked like:
Friday 7/18
2x800m with 3 mins rest – 9:20 mile
Saturday 7/19
Rest
Sunday 7/20
9.15 mile run
Monday 7/21
Strength – Front squat: 5-3-1+ : 75# (10)
Tuesday 7/22
Strength – Push press: 3-3-3+ : 70# (3)
10x200m (w/ 2 mins rest)
25 mins yoga – gentle Hatha 2
Wednesday 7/23
Strength:
Every :30 for 4:00
2 Power Cleans – 55#
Thursday 7/24
Rest
How are you at taking an extra rest day when you need it?
Love your crossfit updates! What brand are your workout capris? I like the shine to them !
Thanks! They’re Reebok and I freaking LOVE THEM!! So comfortable and I totally feel like they suck me in the right amount too 😉