A lot has happened since my last post, and not all of it has been good. Since this post encompasses a few different points, I’ll start with the 5k that I had planned.
This is the first race that I signed up for and didn’t run…ever. It sucked. Why didn’t I run? Two reasons: one, I’m just getting over a stomach bug in which the onset started Saturday night and two, I went to see Cirque Éloize – Cirkopolis with my parents/boyfriend which resulted in a late night. The two of those together made for a bad combination, causing me to feel pretty crappy by the time I woke up on Sunday. I feel pretty bad…almost like I just gave up. That being said, I probably would’ve been in a lot worst shape after the race if I’d showed up and ran it, so it was probably best that I stayed home.
End of Six Week Cycle
I said in a previous post that I would show you guys how far I’ve come in my strength training, (I do the same exercises for six weeks and then change it up), so here it is!
| Exercise | Starting Weight/Reps | Ending Weight/Reps |
| Dumbell External Rotation (shoulders) | 10lbs @ 25 reps total | 30lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Shoulder Press (shoulders) | 40lbs @ 25 reps total | 65lbs @ 22 reps total |
| Rear Deltoid (shoulders) | 60lbs @ 25 reps total | 120lbs @ 25 reps total |
| One Arm Bicep Curls (bicep) | 25lbs @ 25 reps total | 40lbs @ 23 reps total |
| Back Extension (back) | 135lbs @ 25 reps total | 205lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Standing Barbell Curl (bicep) | 40lbs @ 25 reps total | 60lbs @ 20 reps total |
| Roman Chair (back) | 25lbs @ 25 reps total | 65lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Hammer Curls (bicep) | 20lbs @ 25 reps total | 35lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Lat Pulldown (back) | 35lbs @ 25 reps total | 85lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Calf Press (legs) | 160lbs @ 25 reps total | 215lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Barbell Squats (legs) | 90lbs @ 25 reps total | 120lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Hip Adductor (legs) | 135lbs @ 25 reps total | 205lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Hip Abductor (legs) | 145lbs @ 25 reps total | 190lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Assisted Dips (triceps) | 100lbs @ 25 reps total | 70lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Bench Press (chest) | 20lbs @ 25 reps total | 50lbs @ 17 reps total |
| Tricep Press (triceps) | 60lbs @ 25 reps total | 120lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Pec Fly (chest) | 80lbs @ 25 reps total | 90lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Dumbbell Tricep Extension (Triceps) | 35lbs @ 25 reps total | 45lbs @ 25 reps total |
| Chest Press (chest) | 65lbs @ 25 reps total | 95lbs @ 23 reps total |
I’m pretty happy with this! I think my chest could’ve used a little more work, but it is what it is. I’m starting to feel like my normal self again, so I’m hoping in a day or two I’ll be able to hit up the gym.
Have you guys ever had to drop out of a race? If so, what was the context?
-Running Fast, Lifting Heavy
Running Fast, Lifting Heavy 
Yep! Missed this year’s whole winter series I had registered for and now will miss a Half-Marathon I’ve registered for in May due to injury 🤕 gonna be a slow road coming back.
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I feel you! It’s a pretty big let down and it’s hard to slowly get back into things and not rush.
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Yes. Groin pull right before a marathon I was training to BQ in. I couldn’t even walk normally for 3 weeks. 8 weeks of no running. Sounds like you made the right decision. Nice progress!
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Groin pulls are super uncomfortable. It sucks that that happened to you right before a BQ. Thanks for the encouragement!
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Geez Louise! I should hope you’d be happy with those gains! The missing a race thing is a bummer but if you’re not feeling it, why kick your body when it’s already down?
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I am pretty happy! Hard work definitely paid off! I’m bummed about my race though but you’re right, there’s not point of dragging my body through the mud for one race.
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I fortunately have not had to miss a race due to an illness, but I did purposely miss a 5k because I was worried about missing a flight I had in the afternoon. The registration fee wasn’t too bad so I didn’t feel too bad about missing it. Hope you’re feeling better now!
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I probably would’ve done the same thing as you! The registration fee for me was only $40, but it wasn’t anything crazy. I’m finally feeling back to normal though!
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Yay! Good luck on the rest of your training. 🙂
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Thank you!
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Huge progress with the weights. Nice job! Run long enough and you’re bound to miss a race you’ve signed up for, haha. I know it’s a major bummer, but at least it’s due to sickness and not something serious like an injury. I hope you bounce back quickly.
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Thanks for the kind words! I’m back to normal, so time to hit the pavement!
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I’ve been following your workout routine for a while now, Taylor! It is very motivating and helpful! Keep up the good work!
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Thank you so much! That means a lot!
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Looks like some great gains there! Keep up the good work 🙂
If you have time, check out my latest blog post at https://tootinghustle.wordpress.com/2017/03/30/embarrassing-moment/ and let me know what you think!
Happy blogging x
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