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Shut Up + Run
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An irreverent, humorous and candid chronicle of marathon and triathlon training adventures.
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Free Nipple Massages
I am not racing this weekend. There, I said it. And, after just finishing a 10 mile run where I nearly crapped myself a few times, I think it was the right... Read more
Posted on 01 June 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
To Race Or Not To Race?
Even though it was on my calendar, I wasn’t going to do it. Even though I’ve done it the past two years, I wasn’t going to do it. I wasn’t going to race this... Read more
Posted on 31 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Saucony Shoe Giveaway–Find Your Strong!
Are you familiar with Saucony’s Find Your Strong Project I eat this motivating/inspiring stuff up like pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. The message is clear: “Stron... Read more
Posted on 30 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
How To Pace an 11 Year Old
Today was a great example of how your mind can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. Especially when it comes to running. This was year #4 that my... Read more
Posted on 29 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Kids These Days
We had a house full of kids sleep here last night. Like 6 of them. For some reason, when it is sleepover central, I always have a hard time sleeping. Read more
Posted on 26 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Etiquette for Peeing on the Trail
Just when you think you had heard it all, you get blindsided. A reader, Rob, had an interesting situation come while running on the trails a few weeks ago. Read more
Posted on 24 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Finding My Chi
I was waiting in line at the post office today to send some SUAR shirts to Australia and Canada (people like to shut up and run in lots of countries,... Read more
Posted on 24 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Dressing Up
Do you dress in costumes when you run? I don’t. As appealing as it sounds to run a marathon dressed as a condom or a hotdog (or a condom over a hotdog), I find... Read more
Posted on 22 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, HUMOR -
7 More Tips to Not Let Injury Defeat You
Are you kidding me? Another injury post? If you could see the number of emails I get about how to survive running injuries, you’d understand why I write about... Read more
Posted on 21 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
One Track Mind
I really have to laugh about my one track mind. Unlike some, my tunnel vision is not about sex or donuts or meth. Case in point. Read more
Posted on 20 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
So, When You’re…
Go surf Facebook (or buy stock) or Pinterest and you’ll see it’s chock full of quotes to motivate, excite, inspire and make your life better. You might even... Read more
Posted on 18 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Should We Push Kids to Run?
I got a thought provoking question from a reader yesterday. I think it really hit home because it combines two things I am extremely passionate about – running... Read more
Posted on 16 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Do Runners Wear Out?
If you read this blog, then you know I label myself as a “newer runner.” It is like reading a description for a house you might buy and seeing it has “newer... Read more
Posted on 15 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Watering the Grass
Happy Monday! I am off to Bikram yoga. I’ve been avoiding yoga lately because my PT tells me it is not good for my hamstring. All of those forward folds really... Read more
Posted on 14 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Ups and Downs of Mother’s Day (with Video!)
I’m not going to lie, Mother’s Day started out crappy. I really wanted to run, and run I did. But, it was easily one of the WORST runs I’ve had in a long time. ... Read more
Posted on 13 May 2012 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Two More Reasons
If you’re not sick of me yet and want to read an interview with yours truly, click HERE to visit the Center for Podiatric Care and Sports Medicine’s Happy Feet... Read more
Posted on 12 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
Running Form–It Matters
We hear it all the time: running is simple and basic. Lace up your shoes and go, right? Not so much. In theory, running should be simple. When I was a kid it wa... Read more
Posted on 10 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
The Man Behind Me In Line
I love people. I really do. I know it would surprise you to learn that I am an extrovert. I get my energy from people, baby! But, some days I feel like I have... Read more
Posted on 09 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
The Worst Ride at Disney World
If the only prayer you say in your life is ‘thank you,’ that would suffice. – Meister Eckhart The past few weeks, well really the past few months, have been a... Read more
Posted on 08 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS -
The “Diet” Every Runner Should Know About
I am not talking about a “diet” to help you fit into your skinny jeans, although it might. I am referring to a diet to improve your health and to make you a... Read more
Posted on 07 May 2012 ATHLETICS, FITNESS