This little ole blog is 2 today! Last year this time, I was in the middle of training for my first half marathon....now I'm getting ready for #5! Never saw that coming :) Running with Attitude has been a great place for me to record my highs and … [Continue reading]
After watching the wind bend the trees in my backyard sideways I made the rare decision to go to the gym and hit the treadmill. I figured I was already feeling low in the motivation department, so better to get on the mill, set the pace and force … [Continue reading]
Last Friday, I attended a Natural Form Running Clinic hosted by Newton Running. I met up with the Newton guys, was given a pair of Newton Light Weight Universal Trainers to put on and after quick introductions, we were off on a quick run over to … [Continue reading]
Spectating at the heat-fest known as the 2012 Boston Marathon on Monday got me thinking a lot about my own mental toughness. As I stood on the streets of Newton, watching runners gut it out in 89 degrees under a scorching sun, I was so impressed by … [Continue reading]
My brain is a bit mush right now....so if you continue reading, just remember you were warned!Playing race director has me ready to pull my hair out! Managing the logistics isn't too bad, but securing donors and sponsors...well let's just say I'd … [Continue reading]
I needed this little reminder this weekend during my long run.Why is it sometimes so easy to self-sabotage, instead of being your own best cheerleader? Well this week that little voice can put a sock in it!On the decks for this week: Monday -- Easy … [Continue reading]
1.So today my plan called for 6 miles with negative splits. You know those runs where you feel like you're flying, like you could just go forever...that everything's in sync. Yeah well that was NOT today's run! "Holy Craptastic Run Batman!" I will … [Continue reading]
A couple of weeks ago, I was invited to try The 2 oz. Miracle Custom Molding Insoles by ProFoot.*As ProFoot explains it, these insoles: Feature a unique2-layer design - the bottom layer acts like a shock absorber, lifting the arch and stabilizing the … [Continue reading]
Hit the track yesterday for the first of what will be many more speed workouts. It was a good ego-boosting session of consistent splits despite crazy cold winds. My household is officially consumed by all things Lacrosse. My oldest son's season has … [Continue reading]
The other day I mentioned that I felt like I needed to shake up my training plan but wasn't sure exactly what that meant yet. So I spent a little time this weekend looking back over my plan for RnR USA and plans from Runner's World Smart Coach and … [Continue reading]
