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Friday Five 2.0-Run Mag Mile Race Recap
Read this Post: Friday Five 2.0-Run Mag Mile Race RecapDisclaimer: I received free race entry to the Run Mag Mile 10K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! On Sunday I ran a 10K. And it was so much fun! I picked up my packet after school on Friday.…
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Brilliant Reflective, my latest favorite running song, and I am still running.
Read this Post: Brilliant Reflective, my latest favorite running song, and I am still running.Disclaimer: I received Brilliant Reflective Safety Strips to try and review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! I rarely run when it is dark. During the summer it is bright as early as 5am and doesn’t get dark till…
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Changes and I signed up for the Illinois Marathon!
Read this Post: Changes and I signed up for the Illinois Marathon!As mentioned in this post, I’m attempting to get my own BQ. I am excited to be training using again the Hansons Method. In a nutshell, this training is based on the concept of cumulative fatigue. You train your body to run often so that you are frequently running on tired legs. The idea is…
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Under Armour Horizon RTT shoes, back to work, and a giveaway!
Read this Post: Under Armour Horizon RTT shoes, back to work, and a giveaway!Disclaimer: I received a pair of Under Armour Horizon RTT Trail Running Shoes to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! I don’t normally run on the trail. However, when I was training for the Lake Michigan Marathon, I…
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Dry scalp, race discounts, and classroom setup.
Read this Post: Dry scalp, race discounts, and classroom setup.I hope the term “dry scalp” didn’t make you cringe. I’ve suffered from it for years. I think part of it is my fault. I finally wised up and am not having problems with it anymore. I was one of those people that would wash my hair EVERY SINGLE DAY. Yep, winter, spring, summer, and…
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Burpees challenge, a peek in my room, and some running.
Read this Post: Burpees challenge, a peek in my room, and some running.I don’t like burpees. Who does? Still, my nephew and I decided to do a burpees challenge. I like the fact that he is enjoying doing something with me. He will be 15 years old in a few weeks and I cherish whatever moment he wants to spend with me. Today, Sunday, will be day…
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The Great Alaskan Running Cruise: Vancouver, Canada
Read this Post: The Great Alaskan Running Cruise: Vancouver, CanadaYou can read about my last day at sea HERE. We woke up in Vancouver. Our last stop. We got our last cup of coffee using our coffee card. <<If you like coffee as much as I do, I suggest you get this card. The coffee on the ship is NOT good. With this card you…
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The Great Alaskan Running Cruise: Last Day at Sea
Read this Post: The Great Alaskan Running Cruise: Last Day at SeaYou can read about my day in Ketchikan HERE. The next day was a Rise and Shine Run/Walk with Coach Jenny (we skipped it) followed by a Flexibility Session and Ask Coach Jenny Q&A. The rest of the day we just relaxed on the boat. More gorgeous views! We also packed. Somewhere around 2:30 pm we…
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The Great Alaskan Running Cruise: Ketchikan
Read this Post: The Great Alaskan Running Cruise: KetchikanYou can read about my day in Icy Strait Point HERE. Our last race of the running cruise! We had the option of either the 5K or 10K. Meghann and I chose the 5K. Thank goodness it only rained on our last race day. Another hot breakfast and pep talk from Jenny. Amazing views before the…
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New shorts and shoes, a deer, and a 10k!
Read this Post: New shorts and shoes, a deer, and a 10k!As mentioned in this post, I’m attempting to get my own BQ. I am excited to be training using again the Hansons Method. In a nutshell, this training is based on the concept of cumulative fatigue. You train your body to run often so that you are frequently running on tired legs. The idea is…
I was a late bloomer to this running craziness. One of my coworkers would always talk to me about… Read more ›
