Another week down, another rundown of my week in workouts. Going into the week I felt like I needed a down week. No chasing vert. No picking up the pace on purpose. No distance goals. Just running what I felt like. I mean, that’s how I usually run with nothing to really train for right […]
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My week in workouts keeps rolling on! Just when I felt like we were getting into the swing of our new normal for now, my work schedule got changed. I only went in once last week. I was having trouble remembering what day it was before but that really threw me for a loop. I […]
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My week in workouts last week kicked off official training for my first 30k! I’ve never raced that distance before so it’s an automatic PR, right? It’s such an odd distance – more than a half but less than a full. It’s a trail race with 3 loops of a 10k. The thought of doing […]
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Hey there! Long time, no blog. I took last week off from sharing my week in workouts (and blogging in general) to enjoy our family vacation in Northern New Hampshire. There wasn’t a whole lot of running but there was a whole lotta snow sports. It was so fun! It’s crazy that we were only […]
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A few years ago when I started to trail run more, I thought when the snow and ice came, it meant we’d abandon the trails for the roads till the spring thaw came along. The trails would only be a place to snowshoe or hike. We can’t run in that stuff. But then a friend […]
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A few years ago when I started to trail run more, I thought when the snow and ice came, it meant we’d abandon the trails for the roads till the spring thaw came along. The trails would only be a place to snowshoe or hike. We can’t run in that stuff. But then a friend […]
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When I started writing this post, I went back to look at my goals for 2019. One year ago, exactly, I did the same thing. There must be something about being 8 days into a new year. January 8th must be the day that I finally feel like I can share my goals for 2020 […]
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Happy New Year! We are almost one week into the new year and I’m feeling ready for it. It’s cliche but there really is something about a fresh calendar and a new training log ready to be filled in. Although, technically I’m not officially training for anything just yet. But soon! I’ve got a good […]
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I’m really not sure what day it is but I have a feeling it’s Sunday and the end of my week in workouts. These last two weeks of the year are always a time when routine is thrown out the window. I make time for workouts but by no means am following a plan. I […]
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I’m really not sure what day it is but I have a feeling it’s Sunday and the end of my week in workouts. These last two weeks of the year are always a time when routine is thrown out the window. I make time for workouts but by no means am following a plan. I […]
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My week in workouts consisted of the usual rundown of running, cross training, strength training and a ton of fun. It’s the Holiday season and I’m not actively training for anything so why not? Although I must say, I deeply believe in the Ben & Jerry motto of – If it’s not fun, why do […]
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My week in workouts can be summed up in one word: wet. I can’t claim to be a runner without discussing the weather. Am I right or what? We have been pummeled with endless days of gray and rain. When the sun does come out, everyone seems in a little better spirits. I know I […]
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Another week’s worth of workouts is done. Time is flying by! It’s been 5 weeks since the Vermont 50k. I’ve been enjoying my downtime of doing whatever it is that I please. This past week I had an urge to hit the hills again. I take that as a sign that my body is craving […]
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Last week’s workouts were so fun! Getting back into lifting heavy at the gym and exploring new trails were the highlights. And I made it back to the yoga studio. I think it’s been over a month. Which is WAY too long. Monday 30 minutes Elliptical Intervals Strength Training: DB bench press Incline DB bench […]
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Last week’s workouts were less about workouts and more about recovery mode from the Vermont 50k. Prior to race day, I had planned on taking one whole week off from exercise anyway. But then, the bee stings at around mile 18 happened and that became more of a total rest type of recovery than what […]
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Last week’s workouts were, thankfully, a recovery week. It couldn’t have come at a better time after the Vermont 100 on 100 Relay (FYI – still working on my recap. I’m soaking up the last days of summer break with my kiddos so there’s minimal computer time). My quads were shredded from all the ups […]
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I’ve spent A LOT of time in physical therapy over the years for various injuries. A huge part of my rehab always focused on single leg exercises that focused on building up my ankle stability, core strength and balance. Why? Balance exercises for runners are huge. It may not seem like it while you are […]
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Last week’s workouts had me fully enjoying the taper for Mount Washington Road Race. My running time decreased but there was still some heavy climbing. With all my spare time I was able to fully freak out over the fact that there were two snowstorms at the summit last week. I spent way too much […]
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Last week’s workouts meant peak week of training for Mount Washington Road Race. It’s taper time! Monday 40 min bike ride Strength training It was a gorgeous Memorial Day and I had zero desire to hit the gym. Instead I opted for my first outing on my bike of the season and a backyard strength […]
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Last week’s workouts brought me another week closer to Mount Washington Road Race. The thing about running this race for the second time, I know what to expect. It’s not going to be easy. It’s going to suck. Three years ago when I ran it, I remember hitting a low point when the road turns […]
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Last week’s workouts brought me another week closer to Mount Washington Road Race. The thing about running this race for the second time, I know what to expect. It’s not going to be easy. It’s going to suck. Three years ago when I ran it, I remember hitting a low point when the road turns […]
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Last week’s workouts ramped up a bit. My training time is increasing and I’m trying to find more hills for elevation. I feel like I’m slacking off on hill training so with about 6 weeks left in training, now is the time to step it up! Monday 40 minutes Stepmill 60 minutes Strength and Mobility […]
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Last week’s workouts ramped up a bit. My training time is increasing and I’m trying to find more hills for elevation. I feel like I’m slacking off on hill training so with about 6 weeks left in training, now is the time to step it up! Monday 40 minutes Stepmill 60 minutes Strength and Mobility […]
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There’s nothing like a great running documentary to get me pumped up. Whether it’s something to pass the time while I’m on the treadmill, resting my butt on the couch after a long run, or if I’m looking for inspiration to get that same butt out the door. Running documentaries give me ALL the feels. […]
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There’s nothing like a great running documentary to get me pumped up. Whether it’s something to pass the time while I’m on the treadmill, resting my butt on the couch after a long run, or if I’m looking for inspiration to get that same butt out the door. Running documentaries give me ALL the feels. […]
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Another week of workouts is done. It’s hard to believe that the year is winding down. I’m in the in between season and having fun, doing what I want. My only complaint? Why does December feel like February? I’m so cold ALL.THE.TIME! At least the rain has stopped. Can we get some snow again? PLEASE? […]
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Last week’s workouts weren’t entirely what I planned but it showed me things are moving in the right direction in terms of my plantar fasciitis. Over the long Labor Day weekend, we went camping and I had full intention of getting in at least one or two trail runs. But those runs never happened. Every […]
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I know I am surrounded by spectators on either side of the trail near the finish line of the Loon Mountain Race. But I don’t see or hear them at all. My eyes go from the ground to searching for the summit and the finish line back to the ground. One step in front of […]
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Last week’s workouts were stupid hot and humid. I’m not complaining BUT…it was a little much when you are sweating just getting dressed for your run. Have you tried putting on a sports bra when you are sweaty? It’s almost as awkward as trying to get it off! Thankfully, things dialed back by the end […]
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Last week’s workouts had me feeling a little less blah about running. I think I was just in a funk. I’ve got another race on my schedule for early August and the possibility of two more in late August/September. Monday 40 minutes Stepmill Strength training: DB bench press Renegade row Single leg DL w/ DB […]
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Last week’s workouts had me feeling blah…still. I’m not sure why but I slipped into a running funk. No races sound exciting. No distances sound intriguing. I’m still running but I don’t have this burning desire to run hard or to push myself. Isn’t that odd considering I spent the majority of 2017 wishing I […]
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“Just think, you could be running a flat 5k right now instead of this!” At least that’s what I thought she said. It was hard to hear anything other than pounding of my heartbeat in my ears. You gotta love spectators who can make you laugh when you are struggling up a 53% incline. Over […]
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Last week’s workouts were going along swimmingly until Friday when my throat started to feel weird. At first, I hoped for allergies. But when I started to get chills, aches and feel like crud, I knew it was a good ol’ fashion cold. Yippee. Monday 20 minutes Arc Trainer 20 minutes Stepmill bench press reverse […]
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Lately…It appears that maybe spring is here. I did my first run of the season in a tank and shorts yesterday. When I was getting dressed for the run, I realized that I have 2 short sleeve workout shirts (besides race t-shirts). I never think to buy short sleeves. I go straight from long sleeves […]
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Last week’s workouts were not the norm. My kids were on school vacation and I had most of the week off from work at the hospital. I missed my gym workouts. I missed yoga at the studio. And I started the week with a rest day which felt really bizarre. Monday Rest day at Great […]
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