A Year in Review – 2015

Overall, 2015 was a good year!  Sure, there were hiccups and some challenges, but that's life.  And since I'm a glass-half-full kind of gal I thought I'd share some of my "greatest hits" of the year.  New Year's Day Run - This annual run is a one-person event that takes place in Pismo Beach.  While …

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New and Improved

The other day I mentioned goals and what I was hoping to accomplish in 2015.  Here are a few things I've been thinking about. Get My Race On I've joined a team to do a Ragnar Relay that goes from Huntington Beach to San Diego in April and the BMO Vancouver Marathon in early May.  …

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Fall into a race to up your game

My inbox is being inundated with upcoming races and running events!  And even if you are not a "racer" by nature, having something to train for is a great way to get you back on track! The Big Gay 10K - 9/6/2014 This is just fun with a capital "F".  Put on your best costumes …

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When the wheels on the bus come flying off..

I recently ran into a friend who had been training for a full Ironman event.  We chatted for a minute to catch up and of course I asked him about his training for the race.  He confessed that he'd decided that he was not going to be able to do the race due to some …

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A Race a Month Through 2013

After my recent half marathon I've decided that I'm going to plan at least one race a month between now and December 31, 2013. Normally I do a race then drop the training down to a maintenance level then ramp up as needed.  By scheduling and paying for races it will keep my training at …

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Winner, Winner, Turkey Dinner!

Start your Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot by checking out a local Turkey Trot in your area.  Most races are short (either a 5k or 10K), start early enough so you can get your workout done and still have time to cook, and provide a relief from visiting relatives!  It's a triple win! …

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Cheers to the Volunteers

The next time you are running a race take a minute to thank a volunteer.  Good events rely on a large volunteer crew; those willing to hand you a cup of water, lead a pace group, hand out space blankets or cut off your timing chip at the end of the race.  These volunteers are …

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Half Marathons and Other Fall and Winter Races

It's officially Fall and there are some great races coming up!  Check them out!  I'm going to be running all four! San Jose Rock N Roll Half Marathon San Jose, Ca -October 4, 2009 Fast.  Flat.  Music at almost every mile.  It's an easy PR, what else is there to say?  Register NOW! Nike Women's …

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