The 2013 Philadelphia Marathon for me was a race that just went right. It was a very pleasant experience all around and one of those running moments where you feel a true sense of accomplishment. My fond memories of if are probably why I am doing it again this year. Since this was a year … Continue reading
Let me preface this by saying I do not consider myself an expert on long runs. In fact I do not consider myself an expert on anything running related. But—this being my fourth training cycle for a marathon, I have developed a few good strategies through getting through the dreaded long run. My training plan … Continue reading
The alternate title for this post could be “mistakes I made in my first marathon” or put a little nicer “lessons I learned.” This photo, all nicely filtered and instagrammed, is a lie. My friend who lived near the course took it when I approached her at mile 16 or so, and sent it to … Continue reading
I kind of forgot I had this blog but I decided to start writing again…wooo. I was writing about training for the LA marathon but then I never posted the recap post of how I did and sort of forgot to…ever. But now I want to write again since I am starting to train for … Continue reading
You guys I have decided to go paleo have I got all the right foods? Haha just kidding. As you may have noticed this week I am all about the CARBS. I love carbs, in all forms, especially when fried or covered with cheese. I have recently realized that I am much more of a … Continue reading
Since I work at night and sleep during the day for the most part, I have pretty crazy dreams pretty frequently. I am pretty sure it is because I am not going into a deep sleep, which is awesome! (Not) The LA Marathon is approaching and I am pretty nervous already, not necessarily for the running part, … Continue reading
As your average millennial with too many student loans paying a lot for rent, I sometimes struggle to balance my finances as we all do. I am not in a financial crisis, but I have decided recently maybe it is time for some changes and would like my Internet friends’ input and accountability. I’ve found that although … Continue reading
One of the greatest benefits of the long distance run is all the treats you “have” to enjoy before, during and after. Carbo load? Okay. Candy-tasting “energy?” I am so down for this. I try not to eat and buy a ton of candy because I don’t have that much willpower and it makes me … Continue reading
Like I’ve said before, since beginning to marathon train I have relied a lot on yoga to stretch out my sad muscles. I feel fine this week because last week I had relatively low mileage, but I’m sure my body will be sad again after my next 20 mile run on Saturday. I honestly don’t know … Continue reading
I have never been a huge fan of Valentine’s Day. It’s fun, but I think it creates a lot of sadness and resentment. For single people, it reminds them of their solitary state (#singleawarenessday) and for people in relationships, it can be hard to measure up. The Internet age has not really helped this, as … Continue reading
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