T’is the season once again to think about those beloved runners in your life. Maybe you’re looking to give the perfect gift, or how about treating yourself to something special too? Either way it’s all good. This week’s Tuesdays on the Run topic is Gifts for Runners. I’m going to tell you right now you [Read More]
Tapering is my Passion
It’s race week, dontcha know. Many very important things I am passionate about right now: Not running. I’ve got a 3-mile whopper tomorrow and that’s all she wrote. I had to really exercise some restraint not to run or ride my bike today as it’s gorgeous here. But windy. Heaven forbid I exhaust myself. Road [Read More]
Race-Day Outfit 101
This post is sponsored by Vocalpoint and Dick’s Sporting Goods. All opinions, as always, are my own. The last time I brought up the race-day outift topic, my marathon was 60+ days away. Well that number has dwindled considerably. Breathe. The Twin Cities Marathon is now less than a month away. 24 days, but who’s [Read More]
Some Running Gear Drives Me Nuts
I’m talking about BPM. If you thought I was referring to Beats Per Minute, you’d be wrong. I’m talking about one of the newer innovations in women’s workout fashion. First there were sports bras. Then singlets with a shelf bra. Next came molded boob cups (or MBC’s) These were highly sought after because they covered [Read More]
A Perfect Antidote to Flagging Motivation
This post is sponsored by Vocalpoint and Dick’s Sporting Goods. All opinions, as always, are my own. The number of days left until marathon number 9 is rapidly approaching 60. The miles are long, the days are hot, no matter how early I get out. Humidity hangs heavy in the air, making even the shortest [Read More]
The Breakup
I’m just not that into them. Or maybe they’re not that into me. Mizuno Wave Creations have been my jam for my entire life as a marathoner. That’s since 2007 in case you were wondering. All 50+ halfs and 8 fulls, all in Mizuno. So much history. Things started unraveling last year. Something changed, causing [Read More]
Stuff I’m Bringing to Europe
We’re shipping out shortly for a European odyssey. Packing light is the name of the game. Except undies. Gotta have plenty of those. Now that I’ve procured an extensive stash of skivvies, packing is in full swing here. Here’s what else I’ll be dragging across the pond: 1. Compression Socks. I love them for recovery and [Read More]
Runner/Cyclist Safety and a Giveaway
The other day I was out riding my bike along the shoulder of a not-very-busy road when an SUV passed me. Maybe 100 ft. beyond me though, that SUV drifted over onto the shoulder, over the 3 ft of gravel and finally into the grass before finally veering back onto the road. Distracted driver? On [Read More]
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas & Deals
Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Have you thought about what to get the special ladies in your life? Or maybe treat yourself too? Here are some of my favorites, with some nice deals and discounts too: Canvas Pop. What mom wouldn’t love a picture of something near and dear to her heart? Canvas Pop [Read More]
Loving/Not Loving and a Giveaway
Loving: Watching the action in our duck nest. Not Loving: Thing 1 was awakened last night by loud quacking. I checked the nest to find four eggs broken and strewn outside the nest. My heart broke. What marauding predator could’ve done this? Makes me wanna set up a night watch. Now there are 8. Loving: [Read More]