I was completely lazy this weekend and did not wash my hair. That's why I didn't post. But this is how I wore my hair Friday to work and this weekend:
I love hats! My mom made me this one for me. I need more in other colors.
Sunday made it Week 20 in my HHCJ. There haven't been many changes in my routine, which is probably why I haven't done a formal update in awhile. I FINALLY picked up my protein treatment. I'll use it next week and let you all know how I like it.
Even though I didn't wash last night I still prepped it before going to bed so it wasn't a dry mess in the morning.
- I put my hair in sections and sprayed it with a mixture of water, aloe vera juice, and rosemary essential oil.
- After that I applied my Bear Fruit Hair Desert Moisture Leave-in Conditioner and then sealed with olive oil.
- I twisted up each section and then put on my scarf and satin bonnet. In the morning to refresh my hair I just applied some of my Shea Moisture Milk.
I LOVE this stuff and will definitely buy more. It's so nice and creamy and makes my hair feel super soft. I put my hair in a simple bun, gelled down the sides, and twisted my bangs. No, I didn't take any pics of that because it was nothing special. :)
In about 3 week or so I'll be at 6 MONTHS! Time goes by so fast. Interestingly, that's when I run my half-marathon, which brings us to the training update.
I'll talk more about my preparation and thoughts for the half-marathon (November 6th) next week.
I just want to say: MY FOOT IS HEALED!! I ran 8 miles on Sunday (instead of the 10) only because I didn't want to push myself too hard. But I felt fine. Perfect. No pain whatsoever. It took me 60 minutes.
So next week I will run 12 miles and the week after 10 miles and then I have the half-marathon.
My foot has NOT been hurting at all during this time.
I just felt like my body would thank me for taking some "time off" from running. I've been running three times a week but not surpassing 30 minutes for the past two weeks.
I'm itching to start doing some real miles! So come November I'll be in perfect shape to start re-incorporating my speed training (Fartlek) and my 12+ miles.
This is how the week is shaping up:
Today
Had my weekly walk with my brother. I'm opting not to do my weight training because I'm a bit tired. If I do go to the gym with my mom this evening I'll just do the static bike for 30 minutes and maybe some arm exercises.
Tuesday
Run 20-30 minutes, abs
Wednesday
Weight training and maybe a gym class (body combat!). This is supposed to be my last day but if you check out my post on Love Life Project I'm debating whether or not to purchase a gym membership!
Thursday
Run 20-30 minutes, abs (and gym with my mom if I do decide to purchase a membership)
Friday
Weight training
Saturday
Rest day
Sunday
12 miles (roughly 90 minutes)
This week I figured I'd try to do weights on the days I don't run. See how my body feels, switch it up a bit.
Have an active and productive week everyone!