Why hello there! Now, I’ve heard of marathon nightmares and I’ve had plenty of my own (missing the start, car breaking down, sleeping in, tripping and falling, all very common pre-race nightmares for me). But, this week I’ve been having a new kind of nightmare: Physical Therapy Nightmare. I guess I’m having them because I’m … Continue reading »
Posted in November 2011 …
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving all! Hope everyone was blessed with a day full of family, friends, good food, and good times yesterday. I wasn’t able to go home to Iowa but thankfully my boyfriend’s family has become my second family and they welcome me with open arms. Now, to follow in the footsteps of bloggers everywhere, here … Continue reading »
Pedicures, Shopping, Not Cooking
Yesterday I decided that my blisters had healed enough post-marathon, and I finally treated myself to a pedicure at a favorite spot near my apartment. When the girl took my old nail polish off my big toe, I was surprised to see it was totally black. (So gross, I know). I know it had hurt … Continue reading »
Friends, PT and Quarter-Life Crisis
It’s Monday! I’m actually feeling fairly refreshed today. I spent the weekend in Westchester with my boyfriend’s family and friends. Love the scenery on the drive Despite the fun festivities I did find time to do my corrective exercises for PT. I am happy to report that I feel so much better! I don’t feel … Continue reading »
Physical Therapy Part I
Yesterday I had my first ever physical therapy appointment, which may or may not have made me feel like a “real” runner . (Hint: it did, just a little bit!). Why, you ask? I feel like being injured, while it is absolutely HORRIBLE, means that, in a small way, you were working hard (not just … Continue reading »
Shoe Collection
I came across this article today about a girl who collects running shoes to send to Ethiopia, a place that produces many outstanding marathoners like some of the top finishers in the NYC Marathon this year. (5 minute miles!? I can’t even run a single mile in 5 minutes, let alone all 26.2. Amazingly impressive!) … Continue reading »
Nike Women “Make Yourself” Campaign
Love love LOVE the Nike Women “Make Yourself” Campaign! The videos and photos are so motivational. Whenever I’m feeling tired or lazy I watch this and it makes me want to get out there and crush it. The YouTube site includes lots of training videos and inspirational videos. Love the cute workout clothes too. Check … Continue reading »
NYC Marathon Recap 11/6/2011
New York City Marathon COMPLETED!! I’m sitting here writing as a NYC Marathon finisher; with a happy heart and very sore legs. Sunday, 11/6/11 was one of the best days in my 26 years of life. From start to finish, everything by NYRR was well organized. My friends were able to track my progress online. … Continue reading »
