The sun is shining and it is another beautiful day here in Colorado.
Colorado really is spectacular in the Spring. Yes — we get snow in April and May. And yes, you will likely hear me complain about it. But Spring snowy days are often followed closely by another 60 and Sunny degree day. So there is always that :).
This beautiful day has me excited for another weekend (hello quick week!). Tonight we’re taking it easy, and tomorrow is supposed to be stormy so we’re heading up to the mountains to enjoy the snow :), and then Sunday is sunny and 60 again so we’re hoping to enjoy Denver with a possible run and brunch. Not. Too. Shabby.
Moving on, let’s talk about this week.
Workouts
- Monday: PM yoga class
- Tuesday: Speed/hill work run AM, lunch easy strength 30 minute session
- Wednesday: Pilates Barr class + 2 mile run
- Thursday: Rest day with hilly Gus walk
- Friday: AM speed work on treadmill for 4.3 + miles and quick weights
Overall, I was fairly busy this week but did manage to squeeze in some intentional exercise when I could. Two classes, two dedicated speed runs, one great walk with Gus, a strength work out. Not too bad. This weekend I’m planning one ski day and one run day — so I think that’ll round out the week nicely. Stay tuned!
Eats
There were some good eats at the Jara household this week!
Homemade quesadillas
Open face sammies
With ham and heirloom tomatoes with fresh mozzarella
Grilled chicken and salads
And we never have a week without pizza 🙂
Zach and I were inspired to get groceries for the weekend last night while we were out after dinner so we have a few meals planned for the weekend as well before he leaves.
- Stir fry with elk meat
- Fresh salads
- Homemade pizza
Sounds like some good eats to me!
And let’s wrap it up with some inspiration and love for another good week in the books.
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Looks like you had a good week! My goal is to get back on the track and get some speed back this spring after slowing things down to concentrate on endurance for Dopey.
Still can’t believe you were Dopey enough to finish! I mean I can, but still.
Did you change your theme! Those open faced sammies look amazing AND I happen to think it’s pretty awesome to have a 60s and sunny day but still see snow on the ground! Enjoy the weekend!
I added a header just now — super excited I just found picmonkey.com and am a bit obsessed.
I was thinking about sprucing things up on mine too – might have to check it out! (PS – I love it!)
My goal is to qualify for the Boston Marathon by the year’s end.
Amazing goal!
I love Colorado! So beautiful and right next door to my home state (Utah)! I miss the views of the Rockies sometimes! Your recipes look amazing too, I love looking at pictures of other runners food (That sounds weird, doesn’t it! Lol)….the common theme just makes me smile; healthy people who love to eat!
60 degrees sounds *amazing*!! It’s been so cold in Ohio. I’m excited for 30s tomorrow — pretty sad! 😉 Enjoy the weekend, and the warmth!
Beautiful scenery 🙂
STUNNING picture. I was actually in Colorado for the first and only time in January last year for a conference at Steamboat Springs, but the whole place was white, including Denver! We drove all the way up from Denver through Silverthorne and it was just incredible, I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything like it.
My goal is the London Marathon, four weeks away tomorrow. I’m really nervous but also pretty excited. I found out that I had a place in September (after applying for the ballot the day after last year’s race, in April!) so it’s been a really long time coming. I’m really looking forward to the race finally happening, but a bit worried about how I’ll feel afterwards when it’s over.
Such beautiful spring weather you are having! Lucky girl, enjoy! And great workouts!!
Your food looks amazing!
Thanks hun 😉