If a man and a woman race each other, who do you expect to win? Of course a lot depends on training, on age, on natural ability. Given two athletes with similar abilities, do you think your sex has a bearing on the outcome? I have to admit when I saw a talk show discussing … Continue reading How should transgender athletes compete?
Tuesdays on the Run
Why not you?
I have running friends who I am sure will believe that this post is all about them. Sorry to burst your bubble, it isn't. It's about all of us. I'm tired of women saying "I'm too old, too fat, too _________" to wear ________. Why not you? If I had a dime for every woman … Continue reading Why not you?
Freihofer’s Run for Women 5k Race Recap 6/2/18
Ah, Freihofer's . . . the race that I love to hate and love again. It was my very first race ever. Seriously, I "trained" for it for like a year. It's a 5k. Fast forward eight years, and I toed the line knowing this wouldn't be a PR, but still willing to try my … Continue reading Freihofer’s Run for Women 5k Race Recap 6/2/18
May 2018: Did I pass?
The weather turned much nicer in May -- sometimes -- although there was still a lot of rain. My runs are getting done, they've been strong, and my body feels generally good. Yet I've been slacking in a lot of areas and just not motivated to do a lot of the chores that need to … Continue reading May 2018: Did I pass?
Jogs for Jugs 5k Race Recap 5/19/18
I don't normally run a lot of 5ks, period. And I rarely run 5ks in the spring/ summer. Usually I'm too deep in training for a half, plus I'm not particularly fond of racing when it's hot, but my first half of 2018 is still two months away. Jogs for Jugs benefits local Breast Cancer … Continue reading Jogs for Jugs 5k Race Recap 5/19/18
Old Favs & a Few Quickies
I won't lie: one reason I enjoy running is that it allows me a little more wiggle room with my eating -- rather than packing more wiggle on me! Today's topic is tried and true pre-race dinners. You know I'm all over any topic that has to do with food! Sushi Our local sushi restaurant, … Continue reading Old Favs & a Few Quickies
Is running the least technical sport?
Technical: of or relating to technique Put one foot in front of the other. Rapidly. Over and over and over. That's it; that's running -- or is it? Simplicity is the outcome of technical subtlety. It is the goal, not the starting point.-- Maurice Saatchi Running is simple -- isn't it? On the surface, running isn't … Continue reading Is running the least technical sport?
Cherry Blossom 5k Race Recap 4/29/18
My original plan for this year was to actually train for a 5k for a change. Outside of my first (and my slowest), I've never specifically trained for one -- I just run one every now and again. Well, being sick on and off for January and February and some of March, too -- that … Continue reading Cherry Blossom 5k Race Recap 4/29/18
April 2018: Did I pass?
April wasn't as busy as March, but the weather -- well, you know. It had me feeling kind of meh for a lot of the month -- but not actively sick. April also ushered in my first race of 2018 & there's actually another race on the schedule for this weekend. And yes, I know … Continue reading April 2018: Did I pass?
Delmar Dash Race Recap 4/15/18
This race keeps getting later and later in the year, and yet the weather doesn't seem to improve. Two years ago, the last time I ran this 5 mile race, it was the beginning of April and it snowed. Our forecast was for an ice storm the night before -- but for once, thankfully, the … Continue reading Delmar Dash Race Recap 4/15/18
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