I’m back at it! I spoke to my running coach yesterday and he set me up with another week’s worth of workouts. Now that I’m feeling better, he wants me to get right back into training, so he has me running five day this week! Yowsahs!
- Tuesday: 4 miles
- Wednesday: 2 miles
- Thursday: 5 miles
- Friday: 4 miles
- Saturday: 7 miles
I was kind of bored with my running music this morning, so I grabbed Mal’s iPod and took it with me on my run. His selection has a lot more rock and classic rock than mine, so it was a nice change of pace, which made those two miles fly by. Although, I still like my running mix better!
Lunch
After my run, I stretched and foamed rolled and then sat around in my sweaty workout clothes for a couple of hours before taking a shower. (I’m gross like that.) Then, I made a delicious pizza lunch.
I spread Laughing Cow Cheese on a Glutino pizza crust and topped it with TJ’s bruschetta and a broken up Dr. Praeger’s Sweet Potato Pancake. Mmm! I loved all of the different flavors and textures. I also drank a Half & Half with lunch.
After lunch, I went grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s, but then I got distracted by Old Navy. Until this afternoon, I only owned one pair of shorts, so my recent mission was to find shorts that actually fit and don’t look totally stupid on me. For some reason, it just hasn’t been easy to find any (#whitegirlproblems).
The other day, my friend, Erin, told me that she had luck with the shorts at Old Navy, so I popped in to see what I could find.
After seeing this photo of me, I decided that Bermuda shorts are just not flattering on me, so I looked for shorter options, but not too short. Super short shorts make me nuts.
It didn’t take me long to find a pair that I liked. The Perfect 5āĀ Shorts are where it’s at!!!
Ohmigod, shorts that fit!! I still can’t believe it!
The Perfect 5āĀ Shorts sit low on the hips, but they’re long enough that I don’t have to worry about them riding up. They’re fitted through the hip and thigh and have a little bit of stretch to them. They’re comfy and pretty flattering. I’m a big fan!
I ended up buying two pairs in Truffle Brown and Alpine Tundra.
And, of course, I never shop without coupons, so I ended up getting these babies for free by using a coupon and a gift card from Christmas. Sweet.
What do you think ofĀ shorts? Love ’em? Hate ’em? What style do you like best?
Snack
When I returned home, I snacked on a couple of pieces of toasted gluten-free bread with almond butter and banana slices. It was a perfectly delicious and satisfying snack. Yep, it was.
Getting together with friends for Trivia tonight! See ya!
P.S. My Teddie Peanut Butter deal with OpenSkyĀ kicks offĀ tomorrow! I am SO excited! Make sure you are following me so you get the deal! It’s a GREAT one, and I know you want some Teddie in your life!
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That pizza looks so good!
Cute shorts!!
You can’t beat shorts that fit! I have such issues with shorts! That seems like an especially good find – especially because it was at Old Navy where things tend to fit funky! š
Glad you’re back at it and seeming like your old self again!
I haven’t worn short in years since I never can find a style that fit! Instead I end up living in skirts all summer š The shorts you found look really comfortable!
OLD NAVY 5″ SHORTS ARE MY FAVORITE! The only shorts I wear. I have them in a ton of colors! I loooove them!
I also am lovin how you grabbed Mal’s iPod. I grabbed my guy’s ipod last week to mix it up and it was awesome!
Congrats on all the running Tina, sounds like you’re definitely feeling better! I love shorts – shorter ones on the weekends and walking shorts (well, that length anyway) for work. The ones you bought look great on you!
What do you mean by “short shorts make you nuts”?
@Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday: Because they’re too short.
@Tina: Like it bothers you to wear them? or you think they look stupid? or you find them awkward? or they give you chub rub? or any other number of ways they can drive a woman nuts?
@Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday: All of those things!
Love! You look amazing in those shorts.
Yay for shorts that fit! š I typically have horrible luck with shorts but found some that I really LOVE at the Gap Outlet.
I’m petite, but curvy through the hips, so shorts are always a hard purchase for me as well. I swear by Old Navy 5″ shorts! I’ve got them in white, grey, and purple. They’re super comfortable, and don’t ride up much either. š I like the colors you picked!
Cute shorts! I own a few pairs — most of them are from Target. I have a hard time finding shorts and pants that fit me right, so when I do I tend to stock up.
I used to HATE wearing shorts. They made me feel so self conscious. I thought I had to have perfect legs to wear shorts.
And then I bought a pair of Bermudas that I liked, and from there my shorts have slowly gotten shorter and shorter and now I’m in some pretty tiny little shorts. My legs get HOT in 90Ā° Midwestern heat and shorts keep ’em comfy. Plus, I like the way I look in shortsāācellulite and all!
Super cute shorts! Old Navy is always a win/lose situation for me.. sometimes I find amazing items, and other times duds only. I actually still have a sports bra from them from like 5 years ago that I adore!
I’m actually wearing a very similar pair of cappuccino colored Old Navy shorts today, probably just an older style. I love their shorts. I think our body shapes are sort of similar, so I’d like to say their flattering. Nice going with coupons! š
Ahhhh!! I just had a very similar trip, even down to getting the shorts for free from Old Navy with a coup!
As someone who hadn’t worn shorts for the past 3-4 years and was deeply intimidated by the tiny length of most styles out there, the old navy ones were where it’s AT!
Those shorts look great! I have such a problem with shorts. I am only 5’1″ so they are always an awkward length on me. You can order petite shorts online at Old Navy, maybe I should give that a try.
I need new running music, any suggestions???
Yay for new clothes! J. Crew also has shorts in a ton of varying lengths so you can find the right size for you. But they’re probably pricier than Old Navy. (For the record–I thought you looked fine in the Bermuda shorts!)
Ahh! I love a good deal! I can’t believe you scored those for FREE! I’m so proud. š
Oh, I love those shorts! I have a hard time with shorts because I dont like them too short, and the bermuda shorts just dont look right on me either. I’ll have to hit up Old Navy and see what I can find.
J Crew has a 3″ inseam pair that is like.buttah.
I own these shorts too!! After being a “shorts-sufferer” for years, I discovered them at Old Navy and completely fell in love with the lavender color. They remind me of the super cute preppy shorts at J.Crew that never fit right – for like 1/3 the price. Great find š
@Christine: “Shorts Sufferer!” Exactly! Me too! Finally, shorts that fit!
Shorts that fit & FREE == BIG WIN! š Your running week looks great – I miss long runs, living so close to the equator is challenging- short morning run before 6am only…fun fun! Good luck on your runs…
I love those shorts! I always think my 5’2″ frame with super short legs look terrible in shorts! I’ll have to hit up Old Navy to check these out!
I hate buying shorts so much that I live in Florida and only own one pair. It is so difficult to find ones that sit right in the front and are not super short.
The ones you got are pretty cute.
The shorts look great! You have such a teeny tiny waist — envious!! š
I need shorts that fit! I can’t bring myself to buy more shorts in my current size… I am hoping that I’ll need a smaller size in the future! Wishful thinking š
I love having shorts that fit! I like longer ones, because shorter ones usually look ‘ick’ on most. hah. Glad you found some!!
I recently found a couple of pairs of highwaisted shorts. Think 1940s pinup..only less skank-a-dank. I am straight and narrow so these shorts are perfect for given my some much needed womanly curves..no chicka likes to look like a bro.
I have a lot of trouble finding shorts that I like and fit but I tend to wear fancier ones because most of time they are the perfect length
I wear shorts all the time. J. Crew OUTLET shorts in the 5″ are the best and the price is right. I think mine were $19.99? They actually look pretty similar to the ones you have there from Old Navy. Last time I tried on Old Navy shorts they fit terribly, but I’m going to have to give them another chance now.
I have shorts issues, too! I wear jeans year round (mostly bc of working in a lab) and my bf always laments I never wear shorts. I’m def getting my ass to an Old Navy to get some of those!
I am the same way with shorts I am super picky about them and the length. I just have one pair that I wear now but Old Navy might work for me too. Ill have to check it out!!!!
I sit around in my sweaty work out clothes too…. I’m gross but after a run or workout I just want to relax for a bit before I actually shower and get going…
Love the shorts, might have to go check out Old Navy soon.
Those shorts look great! You’re very lucky to have found them. I stick to stretchy cotton skirts during the summer (Super cheap from Forever 21…seriously!) I can dress them up or keep them casual. And they roll over like yoga pants so you can wear them shorter or longer. I am definitely going to have to buy those sweet potato pancakes now!
@Sarah @ Sarah’s Modern Bites: Forever 21 shorts are good as well, I’ve found! Might want to check those out next time you go. š
@Lisa @ Sunny Seed Stories: Good to know! Thanks Lisa š Shopping there always feels like a guilty pleasure but I always find random staples that I end up loving!!
@Sarah @ Sarah’s Modern Bites: Haha, I hear you on that!
I don’t think it’s gross that you sat around in your sweaty work-out clothes…I actually do that all the time! I love how I feel (& even smell) after a hard workout- it gives me a sense of accomplishment and keeps me motivated to keep moving and finish my to-do list š
I also LOVE Old Navy shorts. They are simply the best!
I always find shorts to be an issue! Long shorts just don’t do it for me either – mid-length is best! I got 2 pairs of DKNY at Nordstrom Rack and I am obsessed with them…they will definitely be wearing their welcome this summer!
I love those shorts! I may have to go buy some of those myself. I have the same problem with shorts.
YES! The Perfect 5″ Shorts!
That’s so funny because I just wrote a blog post last week about literally the same thing: the fact that I can never find shorts of the right length, and that I finally found them at Old Navy. (http://thepetitespiel.blogspot.com/2011/06/shorts-for-shorty.html)
Great minds think alike š
I love Old Navy! Their tie front shorts are the best :-).
I bougth shorts at Old Navy too! A navy pair in 3 1/4″ length and a light grey pair in 7″ length, and you are right they fit perfect and sit at just the right place. And for under $25 for two pairs I think they were a steal.
love love love old navy shorts! its pretty much all i own, the same style in 4 colors i think including 2 shades of denim.
I am guilty of taking naps in my sweaty clothes after a long run! too tired to shower first!
Old Navy is my shorts savior. I have realllly short legs, and it makes me look even more out of proportion (and embarrassed) when my shorts are too long (= always). I was in the same situation and finally buckled down on Saturday and made myself shop the. entire. day. looking for shorts. Old Navy was the jackpot, and decently priced, of course š I had to go with the 3 1/2″ (though they sure seem longer than that), and was worried they would be booty shorts. Instead, they are actually flattering, and not skanky at all. I couldn’t believe my luck. Just one of those small things that can make such a difference! Yay for shorts that fit! š
I live in jean shorts. All day, every day in the summer. I buy them from American Eagle and usually get short short or around mid thigh.
I recently got adorable white shorts, but I’m saving them for fall when they will have a slightly better chance of not getting ruined.
Love the hashtag! Hilarious š and the shorts are super cute! I like mine a little longer than the 1/2″ inseam ones that seem to be cool with high school kiddos these days š
Those shorts look really cute! I have a hard time finding shorts that I actually like because I always feel really self conscious if they are too short on me!
Glad you’re feeling so much better and are running again! Great job on snagging those shorts for free – always a great feeling, right?!
I love Old Navy shorts! In a few weeks, they should have them on sale online if you decide you ‘need’ more colors š
I usually stock up around mid to late July when they’re on sale. Plus, I live in Texas, so I can wear them until November…
I actually buy the same shorts. Love them!
Cute shorts!!!!! I fall in & out of love with shorts. I fell back into the habit of wearing them while living in the Dominican Republic (imagine) although there it’s not totally culturally cool to wear them out & about. They let me get away with it since I’m a gringa!! š Nice finds!! š