With my 200th post behind me and Valentine’s Day just ahead, I thought it nice to share some LOVE. What could be more LOVING than a pampering spa giveaway from one of my very favorite in the whole world sponsors?? This awesome giveaway is sponsored by: Makers of all things fragrant, soothing and wonderful. I’ve [Read More]
Three Things
1. To the Victors Go the Spoils! No I didn’t ‘win’ Casey’s virtual 10k but I always feel like a winner when I run. Look at this cute bracelet she sent to commemorate the event! I love the red for Valentine’s day! I took this pic shortly before said bracelet was confiscated by Thing 1. In [Read More]
The Sky is Falling!
Yes the snow is falling, we’ve got 12″ and counting, and the wind is howling, not unusual for Chi-town in the winter. But get this: Last nightWE HAD A FREAKING EARTHQUAKE!! Now that is uber unusual for these parts. 4.3 on the Richter scale no less. Maybe small potatoes to some of you but big [Read More]
A Kinder, Gentler Ice Bath
Now that spring marathon training is getting up into the mega mile long runs, it’s time to cool things down with my old friend: the bone chilling, muscle soothing, inflammation halting ice bath.Although going out and acquiring 20 lbs of poly-bagged cubes and dumping themin the tub makes for great theater, to my knowledge, the [Read More]
Training Recap
Week 6 of Boston Marathon Training is Complete: 33 miles Monday: YogaTuesday: Speedwork: 2×1200, 4x800mWednesday: Kettleworx Core and Shoulders/Arms DVDsThursday: 6 mile tempo runFriday: Muscle Conditioning ClassSaturday: Yoga, ice skating with the kidsSunday: 20 miles, ice skating with the kids Notes: This week I dropped my 4th run completely. Like a cheap car, I’ve felt [Read More]
Meet Bachelor #1
The new shoe throw down started today. The plan was to run 10 of my scheduled 20 miles in new shoes then change back for the remainder. Before I unveil the first contestant let me share some of the qualities I’m looking for in a guy shoe:Comfort: No blisters, rubbing, chafing and the like, preferably no [Read More]
My Cheating Heart
I’ve done it again. Once a cheater always a cheater I guess. You may remember I had a shoe, um, shall we say, transgression last summer when I was deep in marathon training for Columbus. I made a rash decision to break up with my Mizunos for a cuter, lighter Nike. Gory details here: But [Read More]
In the Kitchen With…
With…With…Are you still with me?Ok ready, promise not to leave as soon as you see what I’m messing with now…BEETS! Come on you promised! Actually I am thrilled with the way these came out! Red Velvet cake is all rage these days but have you any idea how much gross red food dye it takes [Read More]
Riddle Me This
How can one have the worst run of one’s life and one of the best runs within 48 hours of each other?That’s the question I am pondering deeply here. I’ll be back to discuss this phenomenon further. Meanwhile, TODAY IS A GOOD DAY!As I was walking Thing 2 down the hallway to her preschool class, [Read More]
In Honor of That Hog in the Ground…
I think it’s high time around here for another GIVEAWAY!!! Sponsored by the awesome folks at: One Lucky Winner will receive: The Nathan Quick Draw Plus Handheld Bottle Look at these features!Moisture-wicking adjustable airmesh hand strap22 oz. bottle with clipless capZip pocket with key clip3M Scotchbrite reflective trimMy 2 cents:I have this exact model and [Read More]
