Week 20 – Still Paddling

Wrapping up another busy week in what has been a busy month and I'm still paddling (continuing last week's duck theme). I’m linking up with Kim and Deborah for the Weekly Run Down, so here's a quick peek at this week's workouts. Week 20 - Still … [Continue reading]

Being a Duck

As expected this week's schedule was off the chain but I'm happy to say that all went well, including a successful fundraising event for work! Knowing what was on deck, my approach to my workouts was to do what I could when I could. Here's how my … [Continue reading]

Weekly Run Down – Mother’s Day Edition

A big Happy Mother's Day to all my fellow moms! May is off to a fast start - and, as I mentioned over coffee, I don't expect things to slow down any time soon! And, even while my workouts were a bit pared down this week, I am thankful for them. … [Continue reading]

Coffee with a side of MAYhem!

I took one look at the calendar and announced "Welcome to MAYhem!" May has often been a busy month around here but I feel like this time around could set a new record! I'm happy to take a moment to pause to catch up with  Coco and Deborah and you … [Continue reading]

A Couple of Runfessions for April

It's the last Friday of the month so for this week's Fit Five Friday, I'm linking up with Marcia to share a couple of Runfessions. So let's dive in! A Couple of Runfessions for April No Race FOMO When I made the decision recently to drop … [Continue reading]

Week 16 – Making Adjustments

This week started off uber stressful! My husband had a medical emergency that landed him in the hospital on Sunday afternoon. Thankfully the doctors were able to get his blood pressure under control and he passed his stress test with flying colors so … [Continue reading]

Five Benefits of Planning Your Workouts in Advance

As runners, many of us may be accustomed to following a training plan when gearing up for a race...but what about your non-run days, or when you don't have a race planned? Do you plan your workouts in advance or do you just wing it? For this … [Continue reading]

Finally Feels Like Spring

Yes, I know that I've probably just jinxed myself with the title of this post! But, this was the first week where we finally strung together a few days of consistent Spring weather which was a nice boost to my #optoutside streak. Week 15 - … [Continue reading]

A down then up week

The title of this post pretty much says it all. The week started out with me in a front-row seat on the struggle bus and ended with the longest run I've had in a while. I’m linking up with Kim and Deborah for the Weekly Run Down - here's how the week … [Continue reading]

Fit Friday Five – Be a Race Volunteer

Did you know that April is National Volunteer Month? The month is dedicated to recognizing the importance of volunteering. I'm a big believer in giving back and that includes giving back to the running community. I've had the wonderful opportunity … [Continue reading]