September ’25 Runfessions

September 26, 2025 by 16 Comments

Well, September blew in and out quickly didn’t it?! Before I put this month in the rearview mirror, for this week’s Fit Five Friday, I’m joining Marcia to share some Runfessions. 

September ’25 Runfessions

After spending a couple of months clearing out and prepping my mom’s condo for sale, I runfess that I’m now on a massive decluttering mission at my house. Seriously, my mom threw nothing out – like I found my elementary school report card among other things…it was just so much! While some times a fun stroll down memory lane, the whole process of clearing her house has me wanting to take a fresh look at what’s filling up the drawers and closets in my house.

I also runfess that I am also surprised, even after decluttering and donating items prior to our remodel, that a year later there’s still stuff to consider parting with. Makes me wonder if decluttering is ever “done.”

What say you – are you pretty good at keeping things to a minimum or do you feel like there’s always something to declutter?

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An August Runfession or Two

August 29, 2025 by 9 Comments

Marcia has opened the runfessional, and it’s also time for another Fit Five Friday hosted by Darlene, Renee, Jenn, Zenaida, and yours truly, so let’s get started.

An August Runfession or Two

I runfess that recently I have fallen off the stretching bandwagon and my body has let me know in no uncertain terms that this is not acceptable! I will be getting back to these stretches pronto!

And, speaking of bandwagons, I runfess that I’ve let my core work slide this month. I usually try to at least get some daily planking in, but over the past few weeks… nothing. I’m thinking of doing one of Peloton’s core programs to help motivate me to re-engage.

What would you runfess? Are you consistent with your core work? Stretching?

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Runfessions for July

July 25, 2025 by 15 Comments

How are we coming to the end of another month already?! It’s the last Friday of the month so of course for this week’s Fit Five Friday, I’m linking up with Marcia to share some Runfessions.

Runfessions for July

I runfess that the product review offers have been getting weirder and weirder lately – for example, I recently received an email pitching an offer to test out a testosterone supplement for men – say what now?!?

I runfess that my most challenging workouts of late may be walking Ryker! The pup is now 6 months old and 60 lbs and has seriously entered the pulling-on-the-leash phase. While I pride myself on being a solid power walker, I’m clearly not moving fast enough for the little guy LOL

Post-walk napping

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A Couple of June Runfessions

June 27, 2025 by 14 Comments

Happy Friday! It’s time for another edition of Fit Five Friday – and since it’s the last Friday of the month, I’m linking up with Marcia to share a couple of Runfessions. So let’s dive in!

A Couple of June Runfessions

While I’ve done great with my goal of daily walks this month, I walk-fess that my mileage took a hit this week thanks to Ma Nature who thought it would be great to usher in the start of summer with a heatwave. Feels like temps of 80+ in the wee hours of the morning and tripple digits by midday are clearly not conditions for racking up the mileage!

Tuesday’s weather map. Heat like this usually doesn’t hit until later in July – and even then triple digits are rarity!

I also walk-fess that while I do own a treadmill, I’ve had zero motivation to use it during this heatwave. Thankfully the temps are supposed to settle down over the weekend.

I runfess that for the first time since my surgery I’ve allowed myself to start checking out running shoe reviews. I’ve been debating between returning to my long-time favorite Brook Ghost or going to my favorite run shop for a fitting. I’m still probably a month or so away from being ready to return to running so there’s no rush, but it’s kinda fun to be looking at running shoes again 🙂

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Sharing a Couple of April Runfessions

April 25, 2025 by 16 Comments

Well, I’ve blinked and the month is quickly coming to an end. Before I put April in the rearview mirror, for this week’s Fit Five Friday, I’m joining Marcia to share a couple of Runfessions. 

Sharing a Couple of April Runfessions

I runfess that I’ve reached that point with PT where the novelty has worn off and I’m just ready to be done. Don’t get me wrong, I really like the team I’m working with… but I’m so bored and would rather just work out on my own now. Thankfully, I have just a couple more weeks to go.

I runfess that I needed Facebook to remind me that my blog-aversary is coming up. Hard to believe that I penned (or is that typed?) my first blog post 15 years ago! Always grateful for those who have shared in my running journey over the years.

Do you keep track of your blog aniversary? Any runfessions to share?

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Some Runfessions for March

March 28, 2025 by 16 Comments

How is it the last Friday of the month already?! Marcia has opened the runfessional, and it’s also time for another Fit Five Friday hosted by Darlene, Renee, Jenn, Zenaida, and yours truly, so let’s get started.

 

Some Runfessions for March

I had my post-op appointment with my surgeon yesterday and I runfess that going into it I was more than a little nervous. Eventhough I’ve been feeling pretty good for the most part, going through a major surgery like this has made me a tad paranoid. Happily, the appointment went off without a hitch.

I runfess that I’m so over this weather and ready for Spring! March kinda gave up on the “in like a lamb out like a lion” routine in favor of lion-mode for most of the month. This is one of the windiest months I can remember and as someone trying to rebuild my walking mileage, I could really do without the extra challenge of wind resistance!

I runfess that I’m about ready to throw in the towel on Instagram. I’m really not sure what’s up with the algorithm but I seem to be seeing fewer and fewer posts from people I’m actually following. I feel like I’m seeing more ads (of the same products, over and over) or random people IG suggests I follow…so annoying…

Has your IG feed gone rogue? Any runfessions to share?

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Hip Surgery Runfessions

February 28, 2025 by 16 Comments

It’s crazy to think that I’m already on Day 10 post-op! What a wild ride this has been. So for this week’s Fit Five Friday, I’m linking up with Marcia to share a few surgery-related Runfessions.

Hip Surgery Runfessions

Given how much better my hip feels, I runfess that I wish I hadn’t waited so long to have the surgery. I also runfess that I wish someone had warned me of how painful muscle spasms can be – whew! Thankfully I think the worse of it has passed.

While I was initially a little disappointed that my surgeon was not of the “go home the same day” club, I runfess that I am truly grateful for the extra nursing attention I received during my one-night stay in the hospital.

I runfess that the recovery process can be humbling. While I didn’t expect to be “back to normal” right off the bat, it has been humbling to have to rely on others for some of the basics (hello putting socks on or driving anywhere). I am quickly learning how to MacGyver most situations. (Please tell me that you get that reference, or am I dating myself LOL).

I runfess that I’m actually looking forward to starting out-of-home PT. I’ve been working with a therapist in-home, and while she’s very nice, the sessions are beyond tedious. Will regular PT be wildly exciting – probably not, but there will be more equipment and a change of scenary is always good, right?

Have you ever had surgery? What would you runfess?

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January ’25 Runfessions

January 31, 2025 by 18 Comments

It’s the last Friday of the month, which means for this week’s Fit Five Friday I’m joining Marcia as she invites us all to share a few runfessions before we start the new month.

January ’25 Runfessions

I runfess that this month has felt hella long! Is this a preview for what 2025 has to offer? I’m struggling to find a balance between staying informed and protecting my sanity.

I’ve seen multiple versions of this meme lately so I’m sensing I’m not alone in how I’m feeling!

I runfess that in an effort to protect my peace, I’ve taken a step back from social media in the past few weeks. I haven’t had much interest in posting and I’m taking some time to “curate” my feed – unfollowing and/or muting can be good for the soul!

Any runfessions to share? 

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Final Runfessions for 2024

December 27, 2024 by 6 Comments

It is crazy to think that we are in the final days of this year!  For this last Fit Five Friday of 2024, I’m linking up with Marcia has to share a couple of final runfessions before we turn the page to a new year.

Final Runfessions for 2024 

I runfess that I’m growing tired of doctors with no answers. Yes that’s my way of telling you I’m still no closer to running!

Actually, I runfess that my goal at this point isn’t even running – I’d just like to be able to power walk for a decent distance without pain.

I runfess that it is much easier to not be running while there’s ice on the ground and frigid temps. I’m happy leaning into strength training during the winter months.

That being said, I runfess that not giving up yet…I have an EMG test scheduled along with an appointment with another orthopedic specialist in January. Onwards!

What’s the longest you’ve gone without running?

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Runfessions for Black Friday

November 29, 2024 by 14 Comments

Happy Friday! I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!

It’s the last Friday of the month so Marcia has opened the runfessional. It’s also time for another Fit Five Friday hosted by Darlene, Renee, Jenn, Zenaida, and yours truly, so let’s get started.

Runfessions for Black Friday

I runfess that the Black Friday hype just feels silly to me at this point – retailers have been screaming about Black Friday sales since the start of the month – it makes you wonder if these are really the best deals any more.

I runfess that I am feeling the pressure to get going on my holiday shopping especially with one week less than usual between Thanksgiving and Christmas. I’m feeling pressure largely because I’m struggling for gift ideas – my boys get harder and harder to shop for as they get older…and my husband is impossible to buy for!

I also runfess that I’d be fine punting on the gifts in favor of putting money towards a larger vacation.

Have you started your holiday shopping?

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