Back At ‘Em and Some More Decorating Fun

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Thank God I got to run yesterday! I was about to go bonkers after about 2 weeks of rest, but I know my body was telling me to take a breather. I just went out for 3 miles, but it felt AWESOME! I … {Continue reading}

Favorite Things Friday

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I recently got my hands on a few things that I would like to share with you guys. They are little things I have gotten that make life easier or bring enjoyment in some other fashion, so why not … {Continue reading}

Create a Nautical Bench in 15 Minutes!

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Since I haven´t been running this week—giving my body some much-needed rest—I have been very busy with various home improvement projects! Yesterday I gave an old bench a VERY quick face lift, … {Continue reading}

And Back to Regularly Scheduled Programming!

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Since it was cold, windy, and raining Sunday morning, I decided not to run. I think it was a good choice anyway, since my left hip flexor is still a little sore when I run. I have been laying low and … {Continue reading}

Possible Storm Three Weekends in a Row?? Aaaaahhhhh!

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The title of this post pretty much sums up my current feelings on the weather lately. You already know how I feel,  but this weekend’s impending storm is rubbing salt in my wounds! I am going to … {Continue reading}

Who’s Your Biggest Cheerleader?

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We’ve all been there—your motivation is lacking or you have had some sub par workouts that lead you to question your running performance before an upcoming race. Do you have anyone who always … {Continue reading}

Just Can’t Catch a Break!

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I think the snow is beautiful, but I am kind of over it right about now. I am also over the high winds that we keep getting that make it feel so much colder! This week I am going to head to the gym … {Continue reading}

A Valentine’s Gift to Myself!

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I love chocolate and other treats, but this Valentine´s Day I decided to buy a running present for myself! I have resigned myself to the fact that there will undoubtedly be some very cold outside … {Continue reading}

Still Running Inside..

Yes, I dominated you yesterday! ;-)

It´s killing me that the temps have been in the 40s the past few days, and I haven´t been able to run outside! There is still quite a bit of snow piled up, making the roads narrower. Combined with … {Continue reading}

Bill Rodgers/Melanoma Foundation of New England Interview Part 2

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The second part of my interview with Bill Rodgers and Deb Girard (Exec Director of the Melanoma Foundation of New England) deals with the importance of protecting your skin while training/racing and … {Continue reading}