Confession time.

I completed the Walt Disney World Half Marathon on January 9th.

I came home, took off my sneakers, and put them in the closet.

And that’s where they have stayed. After two years of running and working out at least four times a week, I have temporarily quit.

I have good reasons:

• Physical fatigue and injury (I have a serious foot injury and a less serious groin injury)
• Mental fatigue (I haven’t enjoyed running for the last few months)
• A hatred of seeing my clock start with a “4″ — as in 4am
• Some big projects that are taking more of my time than previously

But it’s hard to keep a fitness and healthy living blog when the closest thing you’re doing to working out is the walk from car to office and back.

I had a HUGE 2009, fitness-wise. I completed several triathlons (including an Olympic distance), a half marathons (two if you count Disney), did two major workout programs (P90X and Making the Cut) and got in the best shape of my life. I’m hoping that this month-long break will get me back in the game, so to speak.

Lucas and I are planning on doing round 2 of P90X (see my original recap here) starting next week, which should be the kickstart I need.

In other news — I am doing my best to take regular, outdoor lunch breaks…total stress relief.

Much needed when your brain is filled with this:

And I’m laughing whenever possible. That’s easy when you receive something like this from POM Wonderful:

And when gracious, giving, heartwarming people get into a bidding war over your baked goods! Thanks to everyone who donated to Diana’s #Bake4Haiti bake sale. It was amazing.

What’s the longest break you’ve taken from fitness or regular workouts?

          

Related posts:

1. Walt Disney World Half Marathon Recap
2. 2009: A Year in Review
3. Sweatin’ to the Sunrise
4. Meal Planning: It’s What’s for Dinner
5. Bring THIS, P90X: My Review