For Valentine's Day, the co-moderators of #Runchat are encouraging everyone to share ten reasons why you love running. Fun idea! So following their lead here are my ten, in no particular order: I love...... ...working through whatever is going on … [Continue reading]
I got up this morning to get ready for my run, and, as with so many of my runs since her disappearance, my thoughts were of Sherry Arnold. On January 7, Sherry, a mom, wife, teacher, friend, sister, went out for an early morning run and never came … [Continue reading]
My mind is a total jumble this morning as I'm trying to keep straight everyone's schedules, backpack requirements, meeting times, groceries list, menu planning and other errands....yeah basically just the typical "Mom's Brain Syndrome." I would … [Continue reading]
A few weeks ago I was offered a chance to try PureFit Nutrition Bars. Given that the bars are gluten-, wheat-, and dairy-free, I was curious to check them out, as I often have trouble finding things that will agree with my stomach. Here's what … [Continue reading]
After 3 workouts in a 24-hr span, I am thoroughly embracing a rest day today! Some core work but nothing else - I want to have something in the tank for tomorrow's long run. I'm beginning to realize that I have been underestimating the importance of … [Continue reading]
Good things for the month: Kicked off the year with 77 miles! Completed 1st month of the 100x Challenge (there's time to join February's challenge, click here). Overall the weather for January was really mild so I only had to hit the treadmill … [Continue reading]
I got tagged by both XL over at Taking It On and Molly at I'm a Sleeper Baker to join in on the game of 11's that's been going on in bloggyland. I've been enjoying reading others' bits of randomness, so here goes...In case you don't know, the rules … [Continue reading]
Source: Run the Edge OK so the step back week is done and now it's time to pick up the pace a bit - I've got 4 weeks until the Wampanoag 10-miler and R'n'R DC is still 8 weeks out.On the plan for this week:Monday: Continue to bask in the glow of the … [Continue reading]
1) I either need to find more hours in the day or tone down my somewhat ambitious to do list. Perhaps it's the shortened week after the boys being home on Monday, but really feel like I'm struggling to keep all the balls in the air. 2) Is anyone … [Continue reading]
I've come to embrace step-back weeks in a training plan! There is value in giving your legs a break. And, given the way my legs felt following Saturday's long run (read heavy, tired, sore) ....a step back is needed!So this is a week of easy … [Continue reading]
