I’ll warn you now – this post is mostly pictures, and, mostly pictures of my kids since my entire weekend was spent at performances. I ate some food, so you’ll see that too, because posting food pictures is like a nervous tic at this point and I don’t see a reason to stop.
There is at least one picture of food that isn’t Paleo, and there is at least one picture of wine. Because showing you every glass of wine I drink is also something that just sort of happens. Too easy!
It makes me feel like my blog is fun even when I have no sense of humor and write about things like being tired again and not sleeping (blah) or eating plantains 8 times in one day. But really, I drank one glass of wine so I’m basically Taylor Swift. Is she fun? I don’t even know anymore because I’m just old and clueless.
But anyway, let’s start with workouts! Oddly it looks like I did a little something each day this week – something I might not have realized if I didn’t write it down. It didn’t feel like I was all that active fitness wise since everything else was so busy.
Workout Recap 5/16-5/22
Monday – 4 miles easy
Tuesday – 30 minute total body yoga workout (Lesley Fightmaster)
Wednesday – 4 miles easy
Thursday – 4 miles with fast(er) finish
Friday – 30 minute yoga flow with lots of side planks (the name does not lie)
Saturday – 34 minute vinyasa flow for core (this one has lots of side planks too! And a few long holds that HURT)
Sunday – 4 miles easy
I met both of my loose goals – running 4 miles 4 days per week and doing 30 minutes of yoga 3 days. Ideally I’d run and do yoga on the same day at least once, but, overall I’m just happy I got this in. My runs have felt good and “easy” pace is feeling a little faster lately, now that marathon training is out of sight and out of mind.
And now for my weekend, in pictures…
There’s the wine I went on about just a minute ago. This was Friday night, and truthfully, I was so exhausted that I’m amazed I made it out. The sleep problems I mentioned on Thursday somehow got even worse Thursday night and I woke up Friday not just feeling run down, but with an infected left eye that looked a lot worse than it felt. I’ve had problems on and off with my left eye and I’m not sure if it’s related to congestion or what. Since Friday it’s cleared up already, so who knows. I’ll spare you the red-eye selfies!
Adam’s menu is actually not on fire but we did get to sit near the fire outdoors Friday night with friends, which made it almost feel like warm weather is on its way.
If only this picture looked as good as it tasted! It was very garlicky sautéed shrimp over guacamole. I forget the vinaigrette that was on the greens but it was incredible. If I could remember, I’d attempt to recreate it.
Saturday was packed with activity. Drew had t-ball, we had to get new glasses for Diana because her old ones broke, and we had Emily’s gymnastics show. The show was awesome and she was thrilled to get not only a trophy but candy, too.
Good thing Drew brought his entertainment with him because it was a long show 😉
After the show, Adam took Drew to a birthday party and the girls and I checked out our newly renovated local Stop & Shop for grocery shopping. It’s a 100% improvement over the old store plus tons more gluten free and Paleo staples. I might ALMOST be able to get everything I need at this store. We’ll see!
For Saturday’s dinner, for the second time, I made bacon wrapped pork loin with a maple mustard coconut aminos sauce that was so insanely delicious that I snapped a few pictures this time, thanks to longer days with more light! I hope to share the recipe soon, it’s a good one! Trust me – I ate leftovers for breakfast and lunch (packed for the recital!) on Sunday.
Somewhat randomly, my new obsession is combining dates, strawberries and Lindt 90% dark chocolate. The dates and chocolate together are absolutely incredible – highly recommend!
Adam on the other hand, is still working on Drew’s Oreo ice cream birthday cake from last week!
Sunday was nothing but dance recitals all day – 10am, 12pm, and 2pm. The girls danced in all 3 shows and Drew did his hip hop performance in the 2pm show. It was his first time on stage and he LOVED it and seriously blew us all away! You never know how kids will respond in front of an audience, but he’s clearly into it.
Diana had 8 performances over the course of the day and Emily had 7, and they seriously nailed every single one! It was just a great day overall for everyone and the perfect ending to a busy weekend.
Best parts of the weekend? Was it busy or low key?
Do you double up on workouts on the same day (like running + yoga) or do a little something every day?
Lisa @ Running Out Of Wine says
May 23, 2016 at 5:13 amThe recitals totally remind me of my dancing days! Not sure how my parents survived those recital weekends that seemed to go on forever.
I usually stick to one workout a day but I sometimes to do a short yoga routine in the evening after running in the morning. The yoga I do is never really challenging so I either do it in addition to something else or in place of a rest day. And the past 2 weeks I have been doing strength training and an easy run on the same day- I like that routine as long as I have time to fit both in!
Michele says
May 25, 2016 at 12:09 pmAs a parent it really is fun when your kids love it! My yoga lately is not particularly challenging so I could definitely double up, but haven’t carved the time out.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
May 23, 2016 at 8:04 amWhen I do yoga there’s also cardio involved but on lifting days, it’s only streangth. But my weekly schedulae never changes, I MAKE it happen!
Michele says
May 25, 2016 at 12:08 pmIf I were to lift that would definitely be my only workout for the day!
Emily @ My healthyish life says
May 23, 2016 at 8:12 amWay to go, girls! And Drew! That’s a lot of dance in one day. Ah your mention of Stop + Shop brought me back to my Jersey days. Haven’t been since then I think. That looks like a good one! As for workouts, I really like doubling yoga and strength or yoga and running. I did that few times last week and felt great!
Michele says
May 25, 2016 at 12:07 pmThis store used to be terrible but they finally renovated, glad because it’s 2 minutes from me 🙂 And yes very jersey!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says
May 23, 2016 at 8:51 amWow that’s a lot of dancing fun! It’s so cool to see them all so into it. I was a dancer for many years. I always wonder if that’s something kids are still into. It’s good to see that they are!
Michele says
May 25, 2016 at 12:11 pmOh yes, they definitely are, it’s quite a big thing 🙂
SuzLyfe says
May 23, 2016 at 9:07 amYour kids are champions. Seriously. 7 shows and 8 shows in a day? DANG! Get it!
And I kind of wish that Adam’s menu had been on fire. Not for the danger factor, but it would have been cool.
Michele says
May 25, 2016 at 12:11 pmDefinitely would’ve been a story! And thanks – hopefully the kids felt like the champions they were!
Alyssa @ renaissancerunnergirl says
May 23, 2016 at 9:57 amIt does seem like May becomes crunch time – school year shenanigans, dance recitals, gymnastics final competitions, sports leagues wind up…but at least it means the kids were active all year!
Michele says
May 25, 2016 at 12:10 pmYes, it’s so strange to see it all end and then gear up for summer, but glad they all had a good year 🙂
Taylor says
May 23, 2016 at 10:13 amThat is a lot of performances! your kids are too cute! My best friend was in town for the weekend so it was a very packed, fun weekend!
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 4:04 pmThat’s awesome! And thanks 🙂
Laura @ This Runner's Recipes says
May 23, 2016 at 10:49 amThat’s a lot of dancing and it sounds like your girls did great! Now that berries are in season I’ve started having berries + dark chocolate for dessert and it’s so good – got the idea from your blog so thank you!
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 4:01 pmI love berries year round but now is the time they shine! Although on the west coast they’re better from my experience so consider yourself lucky!
Amanda @ .running with spoons. says
May 23, 2016 at 1:57 pmNow that’s seriously a jam packed weekend. Your girls are rockstars with all that dancing, and Drew doing hip hop?! That’s bomb 😀 Have you ever tried freezing dates? I love to stuff mine with a little bit of almond butter and chocolate, and then freeze them. Seriously life changing.
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 4:00 pmI will definitely try that! That sounds so good for summer too!
Heather @ Polyglot Jot says
May 23, 2016 at 3:30 pmWow busy weekend! I miss the recital days! Especially this time of year! I like to do a little something each day rather than doubling up on workouts.
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 3:59 pmSo busy this time of year! And a little sad to say goodbye to dance for a little while, they all love it 🙂
Kristy @ Southern In Law says
May 23, 2016 at 7:23 pmI am loving dates and chocolate at the moment too – it’s like a cheats chocolate and salted caramel treat 😛 (you HAVE to add a tiny bit of sea salt on the dates though – I did it by accident… and that sounds odd but it really was an accident because lazy kristy put said chocolate and dates in a bowl which previously held salted rice crackers which were eaten moments before :P)
Your weekend sounds super busy – but lots of fun too! You have some seriously talented kiddos!
As for workouts – I used to always double up but now I just tend to stick to one thing and switch it up each day.
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 3:59 pmOoh I need to do that now! I can sit on my couch with the salt shaker lol 🙂 And thanks about the kids!
Mel_OUTRUN_CF says
May 23, 2016 at 7:53 pmWow! Busy week-end! Congrats to kids and parents for their hard work! Best thing about our week-end : here in Canada it’s a long week-end! Yeah! an extra day makes such a BIG difference! We had a BBQ with friends and their kids. Good times! These shrimps look amazing! Also looking forward to the pork tenderloin recipe. Dates, mium: they are mother nature’s candies! 😉
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 3:58 pmWoohoo! That sounds like so much fun. And I remember trying dates for the first time and wondering why it had taken so long since they’re so incredible!
Mom says
May 23, 2016 at 8:35 pmHi Michele,
Diana, Emily and Drew were incredible! A family of performers. It doesn’t seem that long ago that the girls were toddlers in those recitals, dressed in adorable little ballerina outfits. Now they’re seriously good performers. And Drew! Doing handstands and soaking up the applause. What fun!
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 3:57 pmI know, the time flew by and I can’t believe they’re this big.
tara says
May 24, 2016 at 12:36 pmthat looks crazy busy ! i think those kids were born for the stage 🙂 my weekend was ok. nothing special other than planting lots of flowers on sunday in the gorgeous weather. i sometimes double up workouts. when i was first losing weight i worked out at lunch and after work several days per week. it was truly the only thing that worked for me. now doubling up is more like taking a walk at lunch even though i ran before work. more for mental break or to work out some soreness. but really that walk is not a real workout. i like your idea of running and doing short yoga at home on the same day. i am really bad about working out at home though. i dont realy have space and it just seems to be hard to concentrate.
Michele says
May 24, 2016 at 3:47 pmI’m in desperate need of a low key weekend! Yours sounds pretty perfect to me!