Running On Vacation

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Jesi and I have ventured to Florida to visit family and Mickey Mouse. I traveled in my Brooks Pure Flow but packed my Hoka's since I've really been enjoying the feel of them.  I got up this morning to a nice balmy 78 degrees with 92% humidity. But undeterred I struck out for what turned … Continue reading Running On Vacation

Rest Day and Achieving the Impossible

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I felt pretty good this morning. A little dull ache in my foot but nothing that seemed horrible or worrisome. However, since my training plan said rest day I decided to stick with the rest day so that my 11 miles tomorrow would be smooth and as successful as the last few long runs. Even … Continue reading Rest Day and Achieving the Impossible

Back In The Saddle…Well Running Shoes

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Four miles done last night...and it felt great. I ran with Regina and Becky and had a blast. Pace wise I never quite match my solo time especially since Becky likes stopping to pet the various local dogs, but the camaraderie with them always makes the run enjoyable. I had some slight twinges in my … Continue reading Back In The Saddle…Well Running Shoes

Took An Extra Day

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While I took the scheduled rest day on Monday expected to return to running on Tuesday, I ended up taking an extra rest day. I found that despite taking Advil, wearing a brace and being mindful about my ankle my foot still felt not 100%. Rather than push it, I took Tuesday off from running. … Continue reading Took An Extra Day

Are You Strong Enough To Be A Marathoner?

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Think Sheryl Crow, accordion in hand, standing on a VH1 stage. Or at least that is what came to mind when I titled this blog. Yesterday was a rest day, actually I switched my Monday rest day with Tuesday's miles in order to juggle class and training. I had my Tax Law course last night and knew … Continue reading Are You Strong Enough To Be A Marathoner?