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• 9 Confessions For Today

  

  I have not done one of these “expose myself” posts in a long time. We all have secrets. Here are a few of mine. 1. I am jealous of people who have running... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2014 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• At Least It Was Better Than Last Week

  

  I am convinced that the month of January exists to test me mentally, physically and emotionally. There is one word to describe my mood this past week and it is ... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2014 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• Today’s 4 Things

  

  1. After my miserable 15 miler on Sunday I was totally burned out with snow-running. I begrudgingly hit the treadmill for intervals on Tuesday, then got out... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2014 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• Orange Mud HydraQuiver Hydration Pack Review

  

  I have found my new favorite piece of running gear. It is the HydraQuiver from Orange Mud (MSRP = $84.95). For runs longer than an hour, I usually carry fluid... Read more

  Posted on 07 January 2014 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• 15 Miles Never Felt So Sh*tty

  

  I do not like to deviate from my training plan. I am just that anal. Yesterday it got bitterly cold and snowed a lot. I had a 15 mile run planned for today,... Read more

  Posted on 05 January 2014 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• What I’m Reading Now

  

  One of my resolutions this year is to read more. Reading is a comfort to me, an escape. One of my favorite things to do is to grab my coffee (or wine), draw a... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2014 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• 50 Ways To Run Your Best In 2014

  

  Let’s face it. While there are some people who could run the same distance over the same route everyday for the rest of their lives and never tire of it, most o... Read more

  Posted on 30 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• Why I Love Snow Pants

  

  Over time I have discovered something very interesting about myself. I like to run in as few clothes as possible. I have yet to do a naked run (although I’m tol... Read more

  Posted on 28 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• She’s Got Legs

  

  I am off for an easy 8 miles…..in SHORTS (almost 50 degrees here this morning)…and new shoes. And..with my new pack (review coming soon): Clearly, everyday is... Read more

  Posted on 24 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• In 5 Words: Scenes From the Weekend

  

  New flavor I must have: Fun Friday family night out: 8 miles in 15 degrees: Two bald eagles in trees: Cooking lasagna in running gear: Ugliest picture from the... Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• The 7 Deadly Sins of Running

  

  Sure, you can read Runner’s World or some technical running blog and learn about the real running mistakes we make like over striding, doing too much too soon,... Read more

  Posted on 21 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• What Do a Flea and a Bachelor Have In Common?

  

  I just found out where I am going to be on March 9: I’m going there to do this (thanks to Asics and the Blogger Challenge Program): I’ve never been to Los... Read more

  Posted on 19 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• Spread Eagle

  

  This was a very exciting weekend. On Saturday night Ken and I went to the downtown thriving metropolis of Longmont, Colorado. We sat at a bar and had nachos... Read more

  Posted on 16 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• When Does Running Get Easier?

  

  A reader (who just finished her first 5K) asked me a simple, yet extremely complicated question: “Does running get easier? More enjoyable? Did you like it from... Read more

  Posted on 13 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• 6 Reasons You’re Not The Runner You Want To Be

  

  No matter who you are or what you do, there is always room for improvement. If I thought I was done growing (I am only 5’ 5” after all), I would probably shrive... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• 4 Random Yet Thrilling Highlights From The Weekend

  

  1. A picture (Because I never post pictures of myself). I know that me completing in Ironman is SO yesterday's news – after all, it was over a month ago. Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• My Favorite Torture Device

  

  Every year at about this time it gets cold, and every year people act surprised. Same with summertime when it gets hot. Why?? Why so shocked that winter is... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• SUAR’s Favorite Things Gift Guide

  

  As I get older and everyone around me gets older (even babies), it gets tougher to come up with gift ideas. In my opinion, there is one “must” to gift giving:... Read more

  Posted on 04 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• Vomitorium

  

  I’ve been MIA for the past few days. Do you ever just not feel motivated to write? I think it has something to do with the whole family (with the exception of... Read more

  Posted on 02 December 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS

• The Best Way To Start Thanksgiving Day (Or Any Day)

  

  I know I am preaching to the choir here, but there is NOTHING better than starting your day with a run. For me, if a run is amazing, a run on the trails of... Read more

  Posted on 28 November 2013 ATHLETICS, FITNESS