I started the week with my virtual Freihofers' "race", and ended it dragging myself through a longish run today -- despite really great weather. I think my body was protesting having to go up and down hills again, rather than just downhill. Joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and finishing out my 5ks. … Continue reading Steep, Steep-er, Steep-est: 5/25 – 31 WRD
Month: May 2020
What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger: Runfessions May 2020
I know people hate to say what we have is the new normal, but I think that's the truth until a vaccine or treatment is found. You wouldn't think I'd have much to runfess considering I am not racing, and not running a lot either. Coming clean always feels good, though, doesn't it? Even if … Continue reading What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger: Runfessions May 2020
Running Hacks Make Running a Little Smoother
We all have them: those little hacks that makes running just a little easier. I shared one -- one that I didn't come up with, but a former fellow blogger did -- last week here in my post on the benefits of running in your own neighborhood. I've got a few more to share! Warm … Continue reading Running Hacks Make Running a Little Smoother
My Week of 5ks: 5/18 – 24 WRD
We had a string of beautiful days this week, and trust me, we all needed that for our sanity up here! I love the freedom of living in Skirt all Summer long (with temps going up to 90 next week, yup, looks like unofficial Summer has arrived). Joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, … Continue reading My Week of 5ks: 5/18 – 24 WRD
The Pros of Running at Home
Always looking for a silver lining (or trying to convince myself of something), so I decided to come up with reasons why it's good to run in my own neighborhood. Can I come up with five? Fairytales and Fitness Less pollution The photos of the change in places like Los Angeles and Delhi are just … Continue reading The Pros of Running at Home
My #1 Reason to Race
Last week I shared my #1 Race Pet Peeve here, but since I don't like to be a Debbie Downer too often, this week I'm sharing what I'm most looking forward to when I can race again. Have any guesses? The Benefits of Racing There are so many great things about racing: Exploring a new … Continue reading My #1 Reason to Race
Zooming around: 5/11 – 17 WRD
Finally Spring has arrived! Although in typical Northeast fashion, it looks like we're going to skip right over Spring and go into Summer. I am not complaining about that at all! Joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and sharing what little movement there was this week. Workouts update Monday: Dogwalk Tuesday: Dogwalk, Yoga (30 … Continue reading Zooming around: 5/11 – 17 WRD
Hydration is good for ________
Fascia! Your fascia is just reason #999 to stay well hydrated. Fairytales and Fitness What is Fascia? Fascia is all the rage/buzzworthy right now, but what exactly is your fascia? Short disclaimer: I'm not a medical professional, fitness expert, or fascia expert. Fascia gives you shape. I know you think it's your bones, but your … Continue reading Hydration is good for ________
My #1 Race Pet Peeve
I'm sure most runners right about now would be willing to overlook a lot of race faux pas if they could just race! Today's subject was "What was the worst thing that ever happened to you at a race?". I've been lucky; nothing horrible has ever happened to me at a race. Instead I'm sharing … Continue reading My #1 Race Pet Peeve
S is for . . . : 5/4 – 10 WRD
. . . Spring or . . . Snow???? Yeah baby, it snowed yesterday. Multiple times. No real accumulation, thankfully. Joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and sharing staying cool. Literally! Workouts update Monday: 3 miles easy, Dogwalk, Bodyweight/Kettlebells (20 min) Tuesday: Dogwalk Wednesday: Dogwalk, SB (10 min), Bodyweight/Kettlebells (30 min), Yoga (20 min) … Continue reading S is for . . . : 5/4 – 10 WRD
Chocolaterunsjudy 