I started this post in my head on Wednesday's tempo run, initially planning for it to be about getting back into shape after the off-season. As I started thinking about what I would write, it really turned into more of a complaint session in my head about why these runs are feeling so much harder than they did last fall, or at other points during the past few years. So it really turned into more of a thinking out loud ... Read the Post...
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Warm Weather, Daylight Savings, and a Boston Baby Shower
I can't believe the weekend is over already, and the time change isn't helping. I'm excited that springing ahead means that we will have more light in the evenings, but the mornings are going to be rough for the next few weeks. And I am not a fan of losing that hour of the weekend. Last week brought a few really warm days in Baltimore- like highs in the 80s. Which meant morning runs were in 50-60 degrees! I ended up ... Read the Post...
Upper Body Strength for Runners
A typical progression from a new runner to a seasoned runner often looks something like this: Start running- only run. Possibly get injured and start doing some sort of core work Add in strength training to focus on stronger legs to power through run One thing that is often missing from a well-rounded workout routine for runners is upper body strength. A common misconception is that runners don't need upper body ... Read the Post...
Spring Celebrations with UncommonGoods
Spring is always a busy season for me, but this year brings more events and celebrations than usual. Outside of the usual holidays and birthdays, I also have two weddings, a bridal shower, bachelorette weekend, baby showers, and my niece's Baptism/first birthday celebration. This is all between now and June! Of course I am excited about all of these events, but I definitely need to get creative with my gift ideas! I ... Read the Post...