Did you miss me?

I missed you lol.

Absolutely fantastic weekend!  We had so much fun relaxing, talking, laughing, eating, drinking - it was just what I'd hope it to be.  Catching up with old friends feels good for the soul.  I'm so glad we indulged and took the trip.

My plan worked for me.  I had great food, plenty enough alcohol and have no regrets - that IS the goal.  I kept my food as compliant as possible (but still delicious - um bacon on a stick delicious!). Paced the alcohol.  We went to a winery and I didn't like the wine - so I didn't drink it - not worth it.  But I loved the martini with blue cheese olives at dinner so I had two.  That's the balance and "worth-it" I'm striving for.

Came home and hit the treadmill for my interval run.  Showered and headed to our friend's for the game and dinner.  Stayed as compliant as I could (main stew was thickened hardily with tons of flour) but I didn't want to be rude or "that person" so I enjoyed a reasonable bowl.

I also ran to a restaurant that has compliant take-out so I'd have what I needed this morning to be back on-track.  Heading the grocery store (x2) today to re-stock.

Well done me.  I learned from the last trip, stuck to my guns and planned the for the red-zone return.  I feel good this morning and (again) no regrets.  My new way of eating didn't negatively impact the trip at all ... it actually made it better because I felt good.  I'm building confidence that I can actually succeed with moderation.

Today could have been a run outside day, but a Monday brings lots of traffic and I didn't want to get up that early.  I wanted to sleep until I'd had enough (under slept all weekend - but for good reason!). I still woke up early, but not early enough to miss the traffic.  Treadmill it is.

My other knee went wonky last night when I stood up.  Feels okay, but a little unsteady.  If it's not okay then I'll change up my workout plans and let it rest.  Listening to the subtleties of my body is a change for me.  Usually, I need to be wacked over the head before I listen.

My HAPPY today is getting my routine back to normal - keeping my base strong and steady.  The week ahead is relatively mellow (certainly manageable as it stands now) but then the marathon months begin.  October has been a good training month and I feel confident going into the crazy lol.