Sunday morning I ran the Canton Fall Classic. After a couple of decent runs last week and a couple of days of rest, my left knee was feeling pretty good and I was looking forward to running. I was also looking forward to cheering on my friend E as … [Continue reading]
So far, so good....I managed to string together a couple of runs and a killer Pilates class this week, and the good news is any discomfort in my left knee was mild!So barring any changes in the next couple of days, I'm going to run a local race on … [Continue reading]
Mark Remy at Runner World has a great blog post today, declaring today National Married-to-a-Runner Appreciation Day and encouraging his fellow runners to salute their supportive spouses. I just love this idea! My hubby has been my biggest … [Continue reading]
On Monday it was time to see what a week of babying my knee had done for me. I got out early and went for 4 miles and felt good when finished. Quickly followed up with Yamuna Body Rolling and ice. Life got in the way and it was clear Wednesday's run … [Continue reading]
I've been babying my left knee following Monday's race. I did go to my usual Pilates class on Wednesday and ventured out for a comfortable 3 mile run on Thursday. All seemed well, until Friday morning when my overly excited German Shepherd came … [Continue reading]
Another first for me - on Monday I took on the Tufts 10k for Women! My first race at this distance and definitely the biggest sporting event I had ever participated in!My friend Kathy was also running, so we decided to head into together on the … [Continue reading]
Is it just me or is this week crawling along?It's still raining in the northeast, and over the past couple of days I've wondered if we should start pairing up the animals two by two?But I'm trying hard NOT to diss Mother Nature because the forecast … [Continue reading]
Despite the hectic pace of September, I logged 70 miles - my highest monthly mileage so far!And now it's October - race month! I have been inspired by many of you training for your marathons, halfs, 10ks and 5ks. It's helped me to stay focused and … [Continue reading]
Dear Mother Nature -OK girlfriend it's time you and I had a little chat!Have you looked at your calendar lately?It's officially fall!! Here in the northeast that means, leaf peeping, apple picking and cooler temps! I didn't slog it out running in the … [Continue reading]
Whew it's Friday again! I feel like I've been in a whirlwind ever since the kids went back to school. Hopefully by this time next week we'll all feel more settled into a rhythm around here.Five miles with three at tempo was on the schedule for this … [Continue reading]
