Enjoyed a great weekend... ... lots of time with family & friends ... a return to double digit long runs ... way too much good food & drink ... another year older .... and spending time here I'm ready to take on the … [Continue reading]
Kicking off August!
August 1, 2013 by 10 Comments
While there was a lot of family fun in July - my running was a bit of a mixed bag. But, it's a new month and I'm ready to kick things up a bit! Kat over at Sneakers and Fingerpaints is hosting the August Core Focus Challenge! I've done a couple … [Continue reading]
The mental vs the physical
July 29, 2013 by 13 Comments
This morning was a mental run - you know the kind where you can't get out of your own head....where the suck monkey is in full voice, strong and clear...where you are bargaining with yourself almost from the first step (just run to the mailbox, … [Continue reading]
Nutrition Update: My Food Frenemy
July 24, 2013 by 6 Comments
In my quest to get to the bottom of my GI issues, I have been keeping a food journal - I admit not as faithfully as I probably need to, but I am starting to see some patterns worth noting. A big thing that's jumped off the page for me is the … [Continue reading]
My Best 5K
July 22, 2013 by 14 Comments
Sunday morning I ran my best 5K yet! And there was no PR or great bling involved. The race itself was full of logistically glitches typical of a new race (mis-measured course, not enough porta potties...you get the idea). It was the best 5K … [Continue reading]
Thursday’s this and that
July 18, 2013 by 12 Comments
It's been a busy week so far around here - we've started a couple of new house projects, the boys both started camp this week (and are loving it) - which is perfect timing too as I started working with a new client developing their social media … [Continue reading]
Monday Motivation – Fall Training Begins
July 15, 2013 by 5 Comments
The fall race schedule is shaping up to be a busy one - let the training begin! #AllforFall What will you start today? … [Continue reading]
The ABCs of Me
July 12, 2013 by 6 Comments
This Friday's randomness is brought to you courtesy of Courtney from Eat Pray Run DC, who tagged me a couple of days ago with a get to know you ABC game. So grab your coffee cup and here we go.... A. Attached or Single? Married for almost 21 … [Continue reading]
Summer mode
July 9, 2013 by 6 Comments
We have comfortably shifted into summer mode here in the RWA household - the pace has slowed, there's far less clock watching and on some days this usually high-energy family has become downright lazy! And I say thank goodness :) While getting out … [Continue reading]
Finish at the 50 10K Recap
July 5, 2013 by 6 Comments
On Wednesday, the whole family once again ventured out to Gillette Stadium to take part in the Harvard Pilgrim Finish at the 50. This was our second year doing this event - my oldest participated in the kids' races and I ran the 10K. J and my … [Continue reading]
