Motivation can be hard to come by in the North during Winter. Motivating yourself out the door when the wind is howling, the snow is flying, and often it's bitterly cold. Then there's all the layers -- you just feel weighed down. Or is it just me? The things that normally motivate me in Winter … Continue reading What will keep you moving in 2021?
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Bye Bye, 2020!: 12/28 – 1/3 WRD
It was that sort of week: one filled with little frustrations. Nothing big, nothing terrible, but when you pile them all on -- well, I made it out of 2020 and while I know it will be a long time before we see truly good news, I am always hopeful at the start of a … Continue reading Bye Bye, 2020!: 12/28 – 1/3 WRD
Fighting Stronger: December 2020
No races for me in December, virtual or otherwise. I did have a pretty well rounded fitness routine for most of December, including shoveling! This month's song selection: who doesn't love Rachel Patton? I probably already used her, but I think it's totally appropriate for going into 2021, because the COVID vaccines allow us to … Continue reading Fighting Stronger: December 2020
What goes around comes around: 12/21 – 27 WRD
The subject refers to the snow! It warmed up on Thursday and Friday, rained, and the snow was almost all washed away. Then the temps took a dive, it immediately snowed just a bit Friday night -- so much for clear places to run. But first I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, … Continue reading What goes around comes around: 12/21 – 27 WRD
I Tried It: Peloton Road to the 5k
Straight from the Peloton Website: Run a 5k you're proud of with this six-week training program designed for first-time racers or those getting back into racing. So did I? The Program It's a six week course, with usually five workouts per week -- although some weeks have an extra workout. Week 1: Runs ranging from … Continue reading I Tried It: Peloton Road to the 5k
How Lucky We Are: 12/14 – 20 WRD
I spent some quality time with my treadmill this week. As I type this, there were two treadmill runs. Will there be a third? You'll have to read on to find out. But first I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and coasting towards the New Year. Workouts update Monday: Yoga (30 min), Dogwalk/short … Continue reading How Lucky We Are: 12/14 – 20 WRD
Muskrat Love: 12/7 – 13 WRD
I spent two of my runs this week at a local preserve. Each time I went I saw different wildlife. Once I saw what I thought were baby beavers, but Mr. Judy thinks they were muskrats -- I didn't share the photo because all you see are two little lumps in the water. Whatever they … Continue reading Muskrat Love: 12/7 – 13 WRD
What’s a recipe for injury?
Most people love their recovery runs. Most coaches seem to like to assign them. Me? Not a fan. I'll tell you why. Of course, I am not a running coach, a physical therapist, yadda yadda, so on and so forth. This is just my opinion. Too much repetitive motion No matter how much you love … Continue reading What’s a recipe for injury?
In & Out: 11/30 – 12/6 WRD
Last week I managed to get all my runs done outside. This week the weather was crappy on and off, and there were two treadmill runs. I'm totally fine with that -- I still get outside to walk Bandit -- except yesterday. Cold rain all day long? No thank you. Peloton does make the treadmill … Continue reading In & Out: 11/30 – 12/6 WRD
You’re Gonna Be Ok: November 2020
November had one virtual 5k and I really like the tee from that "race". There were walks with friends and a little hiking. Of course I am still working my way through the sadness of losing Lola, which happened on Halloween. This month's song selection, from Brian & Jenn Johnson, is all about holding on … Continue reading You’re Gonna Be Ok: November 2020
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