September was a good month for running with beautiful Fall weather -- right up until Summer decided to return just a few weeks before my Fall half marathon. One thing that wasn't good this training cycle? The speed work. For whatever reason, I was never able to hit my paces for speedwork. I can't lie; … Continue reading September 2017: Did I pass?
Tuesdays on the Run
A running IV . . .
. . . or how I get it "all" done How do you do all that? It seems to be a frequent question, even if I feel as though I don't do nearly as much as other women. Because: a) I don't have kids and b) I don't work. Or I don't work now; it's … Continue reading A running IV . . .
Danette May 30 Day Challenge Review
Pancakes. Waffles. Chocolate covered strawberries. Pasta. Does that sound like punishment for you? I have been following Danette May for several years. Several times a year, she runs a 30 day challenge, focusing on both mind and body. I have wanted to try it, but it was never the right time . . . I … Continue reading Danette May 30 Day Challenge Review
Thatcher Trail Festival 5k Race Recap 8/27/17
I had had my eye on the 5k in the Thatcher Park Trail Running Festival for months -- but I only wanted to run it if the weather was nice. Especially since I ran 9 miles the day before the race. And lucky me, it was just a beautiful weekend to run. A brief … Continue reading Thatcher Trail Festival 5k Race Recap 8/27/17
August 2017: Did I pass?
August was a month of good running, but I've let a lot of stuff slide that I really shouldn't. Let's not even talk about the length of my hair (and bangs!). It's kind of scary. So let's get right down to it. Getting in scheduled runs I skipped one run this month due to feeling … Continue reading August 2017: Did I pass?
Reflections from a Long Run
When you run 10 miles on your own, you have plenty of time to think about things. I can't even imagine what it would be like on a 20 mile run! Mile 1: I'm so glad I got out here relatively early. And this is a great place to run (other than the fact that … Continue reading Reflections from a Long Run
The Summer of the Shelf Bra
I never liked shelf bra tops. The bra never seemed to fit right or the top was too tight showing every roll. So I shied away from ordering any of the Skirtsports shelf bra tops. Big mistake. Huge! With the spring line, I ordered a couple of the newer tops with shelf bras. And I … Continue reading The Summer of the Shelf Bra
3 Surprising Things You Must Consider . . .
. . . if you're planning to sign up for a Fall distance race Most likely you are already signed up for that Fall half or marathon. But maybe you aren't, and you're beginning to look around at races. No doubt you think about the course, the weather, and the location. There's much more you … Continue reading 3 Surprising Things You Must Consider . . .
Is running the golden ticket . . .
. . . to weight loss? Yes. No. Maybe. Some runners have won the genetic lottery: all they have to do is run (or start running) and the weight just melts off. It's usually not quite that simple for the rest of us. Abs are made in the kitchen No doubt you've heard that abs … Continue reading Is running the golden ticket . . .
July 2017: Did I pass?
I started rebuilding my base in anticipation of my fall half marathon. There was a bit of speedwork, some trails, some hills. But all in all, a month of easy running (and one low key, shorter race). It's been a nice break that I needed. I love to travel, but it was good to have … Continue reading July 2017: Did I pass?
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