Sorry for being MIA. I’m finally coming up for air after an epic graduation weekend. Whew! It was a whirlwind. I’m not even going to bother sharing my workouts because they were minimal and spotty at best. Some short runs. One visit to the gym….that’s about it. My Garmin is giving me the stink eye. [Read More]
Running Gear That Goes the Distance + Giveaway
Now that my two marathons of the year are completed and my quest for the 6 World Marathon Majors is a mission accomplished, I’ve been reflective. Reflective on the journey, the and downs, and what, if anything, I’d do differently. Today I’m sharing running gear and accessories that have gone the distance and really helped [Read More]
The Homestretch of MAYhem
We’re in the home stretch of MAYhem here. This week was a single-parenting blur. I knocked out some big things and, kind of like an end-of-school-year Whack-a-Mole, other issues arose in their place. Before I get into that, here’s how my workouts (what are those?) shook out. Monday: Rest Tuesday: Run 3 miles, middle school [Read More]
Mother’s Day Rundown
Happy Mother’s Day! I’m still in post-London Marathon recovery mode but overall? I’m feeling pretty darn great. 8 hours on a plane the day after a marathon is no picnic, but other than that, I feel like my body is less beat up than it was after running Tokyo. Here’s how the week in workouts [Read More]
Big Goal Checked Off! So What’s Next?
I received free entry to Wonder Woman, Run Mag Mile and North Shore Turkey Trot as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! I’ve only been gunning for the 6 World Marathon Majors for 10 years now. [Read More]
London Marathon 2019
At last, here it is. Bet you were beginning to think I’d never cough up the lowdown on the London Marathon. When I left off I’d entered my starting corral and we walked…slowly…to the start. Race Goals: Run happy. I planned to be in full-on sip-and-savor mode. I wanted to soak in all the sights [Read More]
London Marathon: Leading Up To Race Day
Before I start, I have to give you the back story. Forgive me if you’ve already heard it. It’s what makes the London Marathon extra special to me. It reminds me that life is about seizing opportunities, making choices, regrets and second chances. Over 20 years ago, the Caveman and I got married and just [Read More]
London Marathon Runfessions Over Coffee
Here it is May. Almost half the year gone and the weather in Chicago still leaves so much to be desired. So cold, raw, rainy, it is really wearing on me. Jetting off to England was a wonderful diversion. The full race recap is coming SOON, but first it’s time for some London Marathon Runfessions. [Read More]
Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas and a Giveaway
I am just returning from the most amazing race week in London, where you might have seen on other social media channels, I snagged my 6th and final World Marathon Majors star. Stay tuned for more on that but now, let’s talk Mother’s Day and Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas. Yes it’s practically MAY and [Read More]
London Marathon Taper Week 2: The Final Countdown
Traditionally I do a “MAYhem” post on this blog, because everything seems to hit the fan in May. However this year mayhem has come in mid-April. Blame having a graduating senior in the house…oh and the London Marathon mere days away. Here’s how London Marathon taper week 2 panned out: London Marathon Taper Week 2 [Read More]
