As you probably know, my last marathon was in November and since then I haven't done any races (other than a virtual 10k) and almost all of my runs have been at an easy pace. My mileage has been lower to work around the winter weather and I have pretty much just done whatever pace felt good each day. I've been getting to the point where I want to start varying my paces again (although mother nature likes to get in the way ... Read the Post...
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Monthly Check-In: February 2016
We made it to March! The end of February makes me feel like the toughest part of winter is over, so hopefully that means no more snow or ice! (I'm trying to ignore the forecast that is calling for snow on Thursday night...) I wouldn't mind less wind, too, but I don't want to get greedy. As usual I am here to share my progress on my goals now that the month is over. You can read my January check-in ... Read the Post...
My Favorite “Running Uniform”
It's kind of crazy how many pieces of running clothes I have, yet I gravitate toward the same ones whenever they are clean. I definitely prefer my summer running wardrobe to my winter one. The clothes feel like they fit better and it also helps that it doesn't take as long to get dressed. Unfortunately some of my faves are no longer being made, which means I need to try to make them last forever or find something ... Read the Post...
End of February Weekly Recap
Another week has come and gone, and today is the last day of February! I always find March to be a bit of a letdown because I expect it to magically get warmer but usually it's still pretty cold and sometimes there is even snow. Hopefully yesterday's springlike weather is a sign of what's to come, although I'm not holding my breath:) Last week was pretty good for running. There was no ice or snow, just lot's of rain ... Read the Post...