It's full on taper time. Image from Literature and Lobster In 6 short days, I'm running my 6th half-marathon in Chicago. It took me a few days to understand what was going on with my sleeping patterns this week. I've been waking up several times a night, and just not sleeping well. And then it …
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I've had a really great 12 weeks of training. I've gotten faster, I figured out how to breathe better, I found my stride, and I haven't been in as much pain as I have for every other half I've done. I can pretty honestly say that I've never felt more ready for a race, mentally …
The last few weeks I've struggled with my pre-long run fueling. I've been veering away from my usual carb base, and trying new things, and they've just been too heavy. I end up having to wait longer before going out so that I don't end up with side cramps for my entire run. Image from …
After running 21 miles in 7 states to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in honor of my grandfather, my Nampie, my giveaway is finally over. In total, I raised $285 of my $500 goal, which means I still need your help! More on that later this week, but if you would still …
My buddies at Cookies on the Run tagged us in a ABCs of Me post, they are so adorable, I certainly won't be setting any cute story records here! Straight hair version of me from a wedding last summer A. Attached or Single? Single! For the first time in 5 years, and I am horrified …
I made it! I completed 115 miles in 39 days. That is definitely the most I've ever run in that timeframe. So pumped! Yeah, that pumped Just before Memorial Day, I was flip-flopping as to whether I would be able to do the Runner's World RunStreak. If you follow my blog regularly or follow me …
I have officially lost my mind. There is no doubt about it. Quick recap of what's been going on the last month: - Runner's World Run Streak with Karen from Karen Loves to Run - New job in a new city - A move with a fundraising and running challenge and a giveaway for The …
Day 4: The Finale I'm going to keep pleading for donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. As of this evening, I'm at $140 of my $500 goal. Any amount will help support LLS and the hundreds of thousands of patients and families they help each year through research and support. If you donate $10, …
Day 3 To start, I'm going to start by pleading for donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. As of this evening, I'm at $120 of my $500 goal. Any amount will help support LLS and the hundreds of thousands of patients and families they help each year through research and support. If you donate …
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Day 2 To start, I'm going to start by pleading for donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. As of this morning, I'm at $120 of my $500 goal. Any amount will help support LLS and the people they serve, and if you donate $10, you'll get 5 entries to my Dick's Sporting Goods giveaway! …
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