If anyone’s noticed, I’ve been basically non-existent from pretty much all things social media and blogging lately. It wasn’t planned, but it was incredibly refreshing. The week before Christmas turned out to be extremely busy at work, and then I traveled to the magical land that is Iowa (and let me tell you, it’s NEVER … Continue reading »
Unlike most people, my years don’t necessarily revolve around December 31st and New Year’s Day, or even my birthday. Mine revolve more around my marathon schedule. Let me explain, shall I? One year ago, I was sitting here at this same desk. I was contacting every physical therapist I knew. I was frantically emailing my … Continue reading »
Today I’m checking one more item off my New Year’s list of resolutions: “Complete a Triathlon” = DONE! All I keep thinking today as I stare at the sign Ashley made for me is, “I did it!” I’ll just tell you now – I LOVED IT. I began looking up my next triathlon as soon … Continue reading »
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but it’s fairly warm here in New York City. Hot outside, that is. I’m not going to go into all my hot weather running tips, because frankly, I don’t really have any. Honestly, I just do what I normally do. I maybe don’t wear compression socks. Or sweatshirts. You … Continue reading »
I’m so sad to say we’ve lost a wonderful person today – the man who made it all possible. Before I met Steve Mendelsohn in June 2011, I was a less-than-average runner. A runner who had lost her way, you could say. No longer on a cross country team, no longer doing Team in Training, … Continue reading »
Roller coasters. Roller coasters were on my mind this morning. Not because I knew the Brooklyn Half finished on Coney Island, known for their hot dogs and carnival rides, but because of the feeling I get when riding them. To clarify, I hate roller coasters. I hate how they make me feel and the three … Continue reading »
I have a new routine. Starting today. I’m officially employed again! That was fast right? My interview was on Tuesday and today, Thursday, is my first day. And guess what? It sort of involves running! (Well, runners). I’ll give you a hint: I wrote about it in this post (which is coincidentally the first time … Continue reading »
Surprise! See that pretty bib number pinned on my shirt? That’s right…I’ve officially completed my first race back from injury! (!!!!!!!!) After my post about the races I’ve missed this year, I started thinking about how I’ve been progressing recently. I was able to run 3.1 pain-free miles on a treadmill last week. I know … Continue reading »
Wednesday was a good day. I did a little shopping: I’m obsessed with Lauren Conrad’s new (and very affordable!) Malibu Doll line at Kohl’s. I love her style. I’ve found myself checking out more and more fashion and style blogs lately – I’m branching out! I love all the other blogging communities out there. I … Continue reading »
I’ve decided I need a workout challenge. Who doesn’t love a good challenge? I need a little push. I’ve found myself avoiding certain exercises I know to be beneficial for gaining strength (one of my goals) simply because I despise them. However, a beneficial, heart-pumping workout is one that makes you uncomfortable. A hard run … Continue reading »
