Ok runners, congrats on signing up for that trail race! It's so exciting and it's going to be a lot of fun. But first, lets get some of the ground, er, trail rules out of the way first. Own Your Speed If you are fast line up towards the front. Passing on trails is kind …
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Cruising Along
Things are or seem to be ramping up here at marathon training central. I just completed Week 7. Here's a recap of my week. The Plan It was a week of something old and something new. First, let's welcome back to the party our old pal "Hill Repeats". After last time's cray-cray search I already …
Zen on the Run
So today on my running agenda was hill repeats. The purpose of hill repeats are to build power and endurance in the legs and cardiovascular system. Incorporating hill repeats into a training program will make you a better runner. Faster, fitter and stronger. Hill repeats are not only hard physically but also mentally. Here are …
Six and Counting…
Happy Fall! While the temps are still quite warm where I live there is some chill to the air in the a.m. that is appreciated as I wrap up Week 6 of my marathon training. Only 10 more weeks to go! Woo Hoo! The Plan This week we cycled back to having 2 long runs. …
Sunday Runs Are In Full Swing
One of the challenges I've had is finding a group that I could run with. Correction. Finding a group that didn't leave me in the dust or lap me on the track. Talk about humiliating!! So I put together a Sunday Run series that anyone could join; no matter what level. I pick a route …
Five is Fine
And the fun continues. Week 5 is a wrap. Here's an update. The Plan Hello hill repeats and the first double digit long run. I don't mind hills and am not particularly fast on hills. I'm built like a cabbage farmer's wife from the old country so my short strong legs come in handy. My …
Marathon Training – Race Recap
Yep, it's a double shot of running for you today! The Plan This week was a light mileage week, which was welcomed and appreciated as it was capped off by The Giant Race in San Francisco. I registered for the 10K which was perfect because I was scheduled to run 50-60 minutes at a long …
Will Run for Bling
I'm running a 10K this weekend (The Giant Race) in San Francisco. It's a pretty cool event offering a half marathon, as well as the 10K, a 5K and a kid's race. The starting line is outside of AT&T Park, home of the World Champion SF Giants, and the 10K course takes you along the waterfront, …
A Few of My Favorite Things
I'm often asked about where to buy running shoes, what kind of gear one needs, and other running and fitness-related stuff. It's part of the gig and I enjoy sharing information and helping people. I'm also a big fan of giving unsolicited advice. But then you knew that already! Here's a brief rundown on things. …
A Hamster on a Wheel
My first week of the training plan for my upcoming marathon is over and despite of some "technical things" I had to work out it's been good. Here's a recap for those who are interested or need a good laugh 🙂 The Plan First, the plan I originally selected had me starting on a Monday …
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