"Train insane or remain the same."

One mile warm up on the turf (shoutout to the boys for warming up with me) then we did a two mile circuit workout on the turf. We did a lot of exercises to work legs, arms, and core. Circuit workouts are definitely one of my favorites because I feel like I get a lot done. Afterwards I did 2.5 to finish up to high mileage with Bill. It was a little bit warmer than last week so that was amazing. Also I think I did a total of 60push ups so it's ok if you're intimidated by my biceps tomorrow cuz they are swol. And since its November I better say that I'm #grateful that I have a healthy enough body that I'm even able to run (since I've been mostly injury free for about a year now) that's pretty much the best.

Mile warm up on the turf, then ran to the cemetery and did 2.5 barefoot on the grass, then ran back to the high school. It was kinda chilly today which is unfortunate but overall it was a good run, lots of time to think about life and such. Oh and to keep up tradition I'm #grateful for warm clothes so that I can run without freezing to death

Cross training today-went to the pool, started out with 50free easy for a warm up, then a 500free, on the odd 25's I changed how often I breathed (every 2 strokes,then every 3, etc. til I hit every 6 strokes then worked my way back down-on the even 25's I took a breath every 2 strokes for recovery) then I did a 500 where I did 50 aqua jog 50free 50 aqua jog 50kick til I hit 500. (It ended up being 3 sets of 50aqua jog 50free and 2 sets of 50aqua jog 50kick) then I did an easy 50free for a cool down.

Before I hit the pool I talked to Jamie about goals and such for track season. I'm a little nervous about some of them but for the most part I feel confident and ready to kick it into gear. It was definitely a good talk and I'm getting pretty excited for the season, especially since its my last one!

Shout out to Austin because he came and did the 2nd half of the workout with me (he already biked today that's why he only did half) and to the lil sis cuz she came with as well, and to Watson because she's the best and because she wore a sick jacket today.

And today I am #grateful for the water aerobics belts so that I don't drown when aqua jogging. Truly I am blessed.

We had a speed workout today so we warmed up to the grass above the cemetery and the workout was 3×(100, 200, 300) at two mile pace (6-6:10) up the Airport Dr. hill, with rest being the run back down the hill, and after the 300 an easy recovery lap on the grass. During each set I tried to focus on staying with the pack and being there mentally. I felt really strong and didn't separate myself physically or mentally with the other girls which is something I sometimes struggle with. It was a really good workout and I'm definitely happy with it.

It was freezing cold today but no worries I wore two jackets, running tights, and gloves so by the middle of the second set I started to warm up sufficiently. Hopefully adding a few layers will help me prepare for the heat in Arizona, which I am extremely excited for!

Shout out to Jamie because she ran with us today which is always the best. And today I am #grateful for hot chocolate because sometimes that's the only thing that makes me feel warm

It was pre meet so I warmed up a mile on the turf then ran up to the cemetery where we did our 800 (3:05) my legs were feeling pretty heavy from the speed workout but that's ok-it was slightly Lester chilly than the day before so we can call that success.

Shout out to my mom cuz it's her birthday and she rocks it! And that means that I am obviously #grateful for my mom and all the support she give me!

The girls race was at 8:30,we warmed up at like 8:00 because it was so cold outside. We started out the race and I got boxed in for a minute but after rounding the first sharp corner I was able to get out. During the first mile I felt really good, I didn't see any of the other girls (we got separated at the beginning) so I just tried to run my race and stay with the people around me. Second mile I kinda lost it for a minute-I couldn't really breathe very well and I was super cold especially my hands and legs-so that mile wasn't very good. Last mile I got back into focus and tried to work on sticking with the pack just in front of me. I held onto them pretty good and then Kaylee caught up with about 800 and we ran most of the last bit together, I lost her for a minute on the track coming in to the finish, but I finally convinced my legs to sprint and came in just milliseconds behind her. Overall I am pleased with how I raced and I can't wait for NXR to try and improve some more!

Shout out to the fam for bringing me hot chocolate and croissants at work, they're the best. And today I'm #grateful for wool socks because they keep my toes warm and toasty.