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]
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]
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]
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]
Training Recap
Week 5 of Boston Training is Complete: 35 miles Here’s how it went:Monday: YogaTuesday: Speedwork: 3x1600m and Weights.Wednesday: FIRST+ endurance run. Cutback to 5 miles.Thursday: SRDFriday: 6 mile tempo run. Weights.Saturday: SRDSunday: 18 miles; Kettleworx Core DVD; Swimming Dog paddling with the kids.Notes: I took 2 rest days to combat the fatigue I’ve been feeling lately. My runs on [Read More]
Training Recap
Week 5 of Boston Training is Complete: 35 miles Here’s how it went:Monday: YogaTuesday: Speedwork: 3x1600m and Weights.Wednesday: FIRST+ endurance run. Cutback to 5 miles.Thursday: SRDFriday: 6 mile tempo run. Weights.Saturday: SRDSunday: 18 miles; Kettleworx Core DVD; Swimming Dog paddling with the kids.Notes: I took 2 rest days to combat the fatigue I’ve been feeling lately. My runs on [Read More]
