Keep close to Nature's heart... and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean. -- John Muir I know that it's a privilege to be able to go away on vacation, and I very grateful that it was my privilege to finally … Continue reading Breaking Clear Away: August 2021
Month: August 2021
Adventure Awaits!: 8/23 – 29 WRD
After the bulk of my Summer got hijacked, it was finally time for some R&R! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and moving through a short vacation. Workouts update Monday: Yoga (30 min), 3 miles easy, PB ST + Cardio (25 min) Tuesday: Yoga (20 min), 2 recovery miles, Yoga (20 min) Wednesday: … Continue reading Adventure Awaits!: 8/23 – 29 WRD
The Laundry Battle is Real: Runfessions August 2021
Every time I write about my V02 Max, someone is sure to say the Garmin's version of that isn't very accurate, and I'm sure that's true. Keeping track of it, though, actually does give me clues to how I might want to adjust my running -- that's why I continue to look at it … Continue reading The Laundry Battle is Real: Runfessions August 2021
I Tried It: Mezcla Protein Bars
I had seen Mezcla Protein Bars on sale at Fresh Market -- in the app. When I went to buy them, though, there were none to be found. Until finally, probably a month later -- not on sale -- there they were. I tried two flavors and I love them! I knew you could get … Continue reading I Tried It: Mezcla Protein Bars
Exhaling, for Now: 8/16 – 22 WRD
It was another stressful week in a month full of stressful weeks -- but I knew it would be going into it. Activity was hard, but I did my best, which wasn't half bad. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and moving through learning and bringing my mom home. Workouts update Monday: Yoga … Continue reading Exhaling, for Now: 8/16 – 22 WRD
Walkway over the Hudson:
5 Things to Know Before You Go If you ever find yourself in Poughkeepsie, NY, this is the thing to do. Seriously, there isn't really that much in Poughkeepsie (where I grew up), although it does give you easy access to things like: FDR Library Vanderbilt Mansion Minnewaska State Park Rhinebeck, Saugerties, Woodstock (all cute … Continue reading Walkway over the Hudson:
What if I ________ in a race?
Runners invest so much time and energy in training for their races that it's completely understandable when we start to get worried about something going wrong before or during the race. You know what? Sometimes it will. Sometimes that race will totally suck, and other times you'll dig deep and come out smiling. What if … Continue reading What if I ________ in a race?
It’s Alive! Or is it?: 8/9 – 15 WRD
It was mostly a brutally hot and humid week, and most of my running (well, about half) was spent on the revived treadmill. Most early mornings found me walking Bandit. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and still recovering, this time from the colonoscopy, the stress, and the heat wave. Workouts update Monday: … Continue reading It’s Alive! Or is it?: 8/9 – 15 WRD
5 Ways to Get Through Stressful Times
The simple fact that my mom is in rehab is stressful enough. Add in the travel back and forth, the packing and unpacking, trying to cram in the things I usually do in half a week (sometimes). Yeah, you might say it's been a wee bit stressful. I'm linking up with My First 5K and … Continue reading 5 Ways to Get Through Stressful Times
I Tried It: ChillPal Gaiter
When I did some research for things to help you cool down on the run, I came across the Chillpal Cooling Gaiter (Amazon Affiliate link here). I knew I had to try it! I love my cooling towels but . . . I do love my cooling towels. It always shocks me that the vast … Continue reading I Tried It: ChillPal Gaiter
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