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]
ITB, TRX and Christmas
December 24, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Random Thursday Thoughts..... Ice, Roll, Run, Aggravate....Repeat -- That's pretty much been the cycle with my left ITB for the past two weeks. But this week I've finally waved the white flag and am giving my angry left leg the rest it obviously … [Continue reading]
First Half Marathon on the Horizon
December 21, 2010 by 4 Comments
After some quiet murmurings and occasional declarations that I want to run a half marathon "at some point" -- I have finally taken the leap and registered for my first half! On Memorial Day Weekend, I'll be taking part in Boston's Run to Remember. … [Continue reading]
