Ran 7 miles this morning - first time I've seen this distance in a while thanks to my irritable ITB. The 4...yes 4 on the thermometer also meant this was to be a new distance on my new BFF the 'mill. Well, what can I say...7 miles is a long time to … [Continue reading]
Thursday Thoughts (aka 3 Things)
January 20, 2011 by 6 Comments
Fear of black ice drove me back to the 'mill today for my speedwork. This marks my 3rd run on the mill which I consider a big accomplishment in my ongoing effort to overcome 'millphobia!After some interesting tweets and some great tips posted by … [Continue reading]
Monday Motivation – Believe!
January 17, 2011 by 4 Comments
Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase. -- Martin Luther King, Jr. Happy Monday! … [Continue reading]
Hills on the ‘Mill
January 14, 2011 by 9 Comments
One of my goals for 2011 is to "embrace hill repeats into my training." Well lo and behold, on the training plan today was hill work. The problem? Mother Nature dropped 15" on my doorstep yesterday. And, while beautiful, the streets this morning … [Continue reading]
My New Fave – Brooks Adrenaline Review
January 11, 2011 by 3 Comments
Make room on the bandwagon.... ....cause I am in love with my Brooks Adrenaline GTS 11!! While it was love at first run, I didn't think you could give a proper review of a shoe until you've logged a few miles in them. Well I've had a month … [Continue reading]
Thursday Thoughts (aka 3 things)
January 6, 2011 by 6 Comments
Two runs down and one more for this week -- the ITB continues to cooperate! My plan is to stick to 3 runs/week for another week or two and see how my left leg responds. Started my TRX/Pilates combo classes last night! It was a fantastic way to get … [Continue reading]
Reflections and a First Run
January 3, 2011 by 5 Comments
Got out today amid the fog and light rain to log my first run of 2011!I have been resting my left ITB for the past two weeks -- though I did sneak in 2 miles on the dreadmill on NYE's day 'cause I really didn't want to end the year on injured reserve … [Continue reading]
Live Boldly
January 1, 2011 by 4 Comments
If you make only one resolution this year, let it be to live boldly. You control this moment. Rather than cautiously test the water, dive straight into life with freeing abandon. Imagine the person you want to be and the life you want to live, then … [Continue reading]
A Few Goals for 2011
December 30, 2010 by 2 Comments
Being the seriously goal-oriented person that I am, a list of running-related goals for 2011 was inevitable...so here goes: Run my first half marathon -- already registered! Improve my 10k time Run at least 6 races (including at least 1 more half) -- … [Continue reading]
Enjoying the downtime
December 27, 2010 by 4 Comments
After a great Christmas weekend filled with family, great food and lots and lots of laughter, I'm still basking in the after Christmas glow!Today we're digging out from the blizzard that hit much of the northeast. Building snow forts with the kids … [Continue reading]
