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Tag Archives: training
Are we tapering yet?
I gotta say – this last week, even though it was low mileage – got me. I did my speed workout (a progression – barfy hard!) Thursday night, then a lake run (a little faster than I should have) on … Continue reading
Running with children
I love a running group: meeting new people, finding out why they run, what they do besides running, what motivates them. It makes the hours and the effort float by effortlessly. One new running buddy is a woman with two … Continue reading
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Tagged children, exercise with children, grandchild, Half Marathon, Running, sleep, time management, training
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Running through time
Last post I fibbed just a little – by omission. I neglected to state my goal for running this year: In 2010 I will run a Half Marathon in 2 hours or less. Gulp. My PB for that race is … Continue reading
Indelicacies
I don’t abandon runs that often. When I do it’s for one of two reasons: illness or injury. After this morning I’m adding #3 to my list — plumbing problems. (Content warning: ladies’ bits discussed further …) Especially if she … Continue reading
Marathon countdown-17 days
Am I tired? No, not really – legs a bit heavy, but otherwise I’m ready. I’m fully trained for my first marathon, it’s all in my head at this point. Besides, I don’t have a right to feel tired after … Continue reading
It's all about the shoes
I have about 20 pairs of shoes. That’s not many, considering how much I love shoes, but alas my budget won’t allow me to indulge my obsession too much. I love high heeled shoes especially. A good pair of heels … Continue reading
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Tagged high heels, LinkedIn, marathon, plantar fasciitis, pretty shoes, Running, training
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Marathoner's torture: finding balance
Whose idea was it to move house in the middle of training for a marathon? Or try and begin a new relationship? I’m moved, but still have no sofa, bed for my daughter, end tables, living room lamp or desk … Continue reading
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Tagged Creative, fatigue, marathon, marathoners, Marathoners' Torture series, motivation, Running, sleep, training, zen
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Soggy Pilgrimmage
Come rain … or come rain A ritual journey to the wall Around the lighthouse seven times Under the towering eye of the Sea Princess I return holy drenched and misty-eyed.
3 handy tips for running hills
Tonight we ran the Seven Sisters in Victoria: Hill workout! The Seven Sisters slay me: Fairfield; Oakshade, Gonzales, Lotbiniere, Robleda, St. Charles, Moss. I learned (re-learned) a few things: eat more than oatmeal for breakfast and a few pieces of … Continue reading
Tri of Compassion
It’s time to write this post. I’ve got something to tell you and something to ask of you. (I’m inspired by Karen over at Ispuddle.com to finally get around to writing this post. She is brilliant and honest and matter … Continue reading