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I'm writing this a few days before my marathon. During this last week of the taper I've had a lot of thoughts about my marathon training cycle. I wanted to take some time to write down all my thoughts before my race even happens. Because no matter what happens this weekend, I want to appreciate what went well and learn from the things I could have done better. I know I won't be able to have a race recap up the week after the race, so I'm planning to post this first and then a recap will come next week.

Pre-Race Marathon Training Cycle Reflections

October 6, 2021view the post

Somehow, after 16 weeks of training, it is already race week! I'm drafting this before my race and will just try to pop in Saturday afternoon to add some last minute updates. Hopefully by the time this goes live the race will successfully by completed! Let's take a look at training week 16: race week!

Training Week 16: Race Week!

October 3, 2021view the post

As many of us are now back to in-person racing, we are all trying to remember all the logistics of how to prepare for a race. We talked about the taper period, but what are the last minute "to-dos" that you should focus on during the last week before your race? This is usually when many of us are feeling anxious as the race is getting closer and we aren't running as many miles. Here are some ideas to keep you feeling positive, focused, and productive.

What To Do The Week Before Your Race

September 29, 2021view the post

This was technically my second week of the taper, but it was the first week that felt like alot less. I ran 5 days instead of 6, with just 1 workout. My long run was only 10 miles. And next week will be even less, until the weekend that is! It was another week of ups and down. I feel like evert week I am questioning if this race will happen. I won't know for sure until I'm there doing it. Let's take a look at this week's workouts, which was a week of ups and downs.

Training Week 15: A Week Of Ups and Downs

September 26, 2021view the post

Feeling like your running just isn't progressing the way you would like? Here are some ways to overcome a running slump!

Tips for Overcoming a Running Slump

September 22, 2021view the post

, but now my concern is that it will be warm on race day. I guess the good news is that I trained through the heat all summer, so I'll be prepared for it. But I was really counting on some cooler weather to make running feel a bit easier at this point in the season!

Training Week 14: The Return of the Heat

September 19, 2021view the post

These days you really can't avoid social media. Most people use at least one platform, including runners. But as runners there are many pros and cons to being on social media and connecting with others who share a similar passion for the sport. So, as a runner on social media, what do you need to consider?

The Pros and Cons of Being a Runner on Social Media

September 15, 2021view the post

actually get my workouts done. Everything worked out for the most part and I got in my miles. But it was still an eventful week!

Training Week 13: Surviving the Peak Week

September 12, 2021view the post

How do you make sure you are preparing yourself for a big race during the taper? Here are some ways to make sure you are setting yourself up for success. Pin this post to save for the next time you are getting ready to taper and race!

Taper Tips To Get You Ready To Run a Strong Race

September 8, 2021view the post

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