The "Should Monster"

So, stabilizer is over. I had a sick child for a chunk of the week, so workouts were fit in here and there. I was grateful for the physical and mental break. On Saturday, Eric was out of town, plus it was cold and snowy outside, I found myself battling the "Should Monster". I have labeled this little voice in my head, he seems to sit on my right shoulder whispering things I should do...over and over and over again. The day really did not lend itself to much, with tired kids and a tired mommy. It was a perfect day to do nothing. However, I spent the majority of the day thinking things like, "I should find something fun for us to do". Or "I should ride the trainer, anyway." Or "You really should do crafts, play games, read, etc. with the kids". Or (this is the best one), "Other moms are way more fun than you are". Needless to say, I didn't want to do any of those things, yet felt like a loser because of that damn monster. Finally, I learned to live with it, knowing it would eventually pass. Plus I knew that two weeks of build were coming up and the s**t was really gonna hit the fan come Monday.

Well, in hindsight, I am so glad I ignored the voice. Turns out I was able to start my workout week on Sunday (because of taking Saturday off). The weather was perfect for a ride, so I got my tempo ride out of the way. And it looks like Friday I can do my long ride. Everything is working itself out for all of us to get away this weekend. If I had worked out (or run around like a crazy lady) on Saturday, none of this would have been possible.

Here's what Week #25 looks like:

Sunday: 39 mile tempo ride (check)
Monday: 12.5 mile run (check)
Tuesday: 90 min spin (check), 1200 swim (supposed to be 1900, but ran out of time) (check)
Weds: 9.5 mi tempo run
Thursday: 2400 swim
Friday: 76 mile ride/3.5 mile run (ahhh...scary)

I am just amazed at how this week is falling into place..offers for playdates and carpooling have been just Providential! I'll let you know how it all shakes out.