Feeling frazzled; and workout updates

Been a bit busy lately. Little H and I were at my parents for a few days, with lots of visits and visiting. Always fun and a nice break from our typical day-to-day, but as of yesterday we're back to our normal routine at home.

Last week I was only able to fit in 3 workouts, like I figured, but I'm ok with that. I stressed myself out a bit on Wed. and Thurs. because I wanted to do my run and cross training workouts, but had some time constraints. I did manage to fit them in, but then had to shower and get ready in record time. Picture the frazzled mom, hair in ponytail, little/no makeup, walking way too fast, all while holding a baby... that was me. But once I stopped to take a deep breath, I was happy I went to the gym. I felt good. The truth is, when I'm walking out of the condo looking a little ragged, I feel like crap... wishing I spent more time getting ready, wanting to look like the mom who has it all together (or at least looks like it!). In reality though, I don't really care all that much. If there are some days when I can't do my hair or put on makeup, I'm ok with that. It just makes me feel better knowing I was able to exercise and do something good for myself that day.

Anyways, back to my workouts. Here's what's on tap for this week:

• Monday ~ 4 mile run
• Tuesday ~ 40 min cross train
• Wednesday ~ stretch & strength
• Thursday ~ 3 mile run
• Friday ~ rest
• Saturday ~ 60 min cross train
• Sunday ~ 4.5 mile run

So far I'm 2 for 2 this week. I wasn't too happy with the run yesterday.... was feeling very sluggish. Part of the way through, I walked for a 1/3 mile and then really had to push myself to run the rest. I was definitely glad when it was over. Even though I had a towel over the timer on the treadmill, it was one of those runs where it seemed like I picked up the towel and looked at the timer every 3 minutes... even though it felt like 10 minutes had passed. Hate when that happens.

Is it spring yet? Warmer weather = outdoor running = less treadmill = happy me!