Run, Gym, Pilates...Cookies!

Good Morning!
This cold weather really makes me lose my motivation to get up in the morning. Fortunately, I ignored the strong desire to stay in bed and got up at 5am to go to the gym. Since spinning can irritate the IT band, I focused on core and strength instead and its a good thing because I have been seriously neglecting my upper body. I started off by foam rolling and then worked hips, back, and core.

Yesterday I completed another successful run! Finally got that 3-miler in...

3.1 miles
23:11 minutes
7:28 average pace
5:46 best pace
(7:22, 7:25, 7:40)

After the run I headed to the gym for Reformer Pilates. Pilates has been really great in helping to keep my IT band long and flexible. There are usually 5 of us in class but yesterday only myself and one other woman showed up so we basically had our own private class. It was fantastic.

I had so much energy last night after my invigorating run and the gym that I cooked dinner AND made cookies. I NEVER bake just for the heck of it but I guess I was feeling the Christmas spirit. Dan didn't complain.

We are really hoping to get our Christmas tree tonight. I have been begging to get it the past 3 days but we have been so busy we haven't had a chance. I can only imagine how Cooper is going to react. I hope he doesn't pee on it. Is that gross? Sorry :)

Are you ready for the holidays?