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
15 Years of Skirt
A Love LetterI did not start wearing Skirt Sports 15 years ago -- heck, I wasn't even running 15 years ago. I lived in a different state. I didn't have dogs yet (although I would get my first dog soon). I was the crazy cat lady who liked to walk, who had a treadmill because … Continue reading 15 Years of Skirt
So You’re Running Virtually . . .
Why not spruce up the scenery? Virtual races are all the rage right now! So far I have not participated in one, but I might for one or two when the charity is right. Just to run? No thanks! But that's me, everyone is different. Maybe the weather sucks, or maybe you have to entertain … Continue reading So You’re Running Virtually . . .
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