The theme for this week -- until the weekend -- was unbearable heat and humidity. I am not at all ashamed that two of my runs ended up on the treadmill. Recently a relatively young runner died in a race due to heat stroke. And I saw someone go down right in front of me … Continue reading Let’s taper, shall we?: 7/2 – 8 Weekly Wrap
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Balls vs Cookies: 6/25 – 7/1 Weekly Wrap
I sort of feel like I didn't train as hard (or maybe that's just as long) for this half and yet I feel totally prepared at the same time. And I'm still recovering from runs with all the sweets -- which may or may not be a wise decision. I'm joining up with the Weekly Wrap … Continue reading Balls vs Cookies: 6/25 – 7/1 Weekly Wrap
How long can she go?: 6/18 – 24 Weekly Wrap
There was some unexpected stress thrown in this week, along with the fact I had to do a lot of running all bunched together -- so that we could go see Andy Grammer this weekend (totally worth it). We haven't been away anywhere since December, and even that was mostly just family stuff. Remember how … Continue reading How long can she go?: 6/18 – 24 Weekly Wrap
Put the Mango in the Coconut: 6/11 – 17 Weekly Wrap
You will probably notice that several of the links I share this week are not from our linkups, but that's because I have racing at elevation on the brain. There are five long runs until I am tackling elevation again. I'm joining up with the Weekly Wrap from Holly @ Hohoruns and Wendy @ Taking the Long … Continue reading Put the Mango in the Coconut: 6/11 – 17 Weekly Wrap
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?
Silver Linings Playbook: 6/4 – 10 Weekly Wrap
I can't say as I was super happy about the unseasonably cool weather this week -- except when it comes to running. On the other hand, running in unseasonably warm weather the previous few weeks set me up for a good race last weekend. There's always a silver lining, right? I'm joining up with the Weekly … Continue reading Silver Linings Playbook: 6/4 – 10 Weekly Wrap
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
Wrapping up the mentoring: 5/28 – 6/3 Weekly Wrap
Another autograph added to my famous runners visor (which includes Frank Shorter, Deena Kastor, and Bart Yasso among others -- I've been lucky to meet some very cool runners!). Some sleepless nights, some hot runs, and one last 5k for the summer (next race will be a 4 miler). I'm joining up with the Weekly Wrap … Continue reading Wrapping up the mentoring: 5/28 – 6/3 Weekly Wrap
The Heat is On: 5/21 – 27 Weekly Wrap
Well, it was, anyway. The mercury just kept going up and up and up this week -- right until today. Today it's cool and raining. A perfect rest day with a little retail therapy thrown in there. I'm joining up with the Weekly Wrap from Holly @ Hohoruns and Wendy @ Taking the Long Way Home to wrap … Continue reading The Heat is On: 5/21 – 27 Weekly Wrap
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
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