I’m about 11 months post-injury. Though I look pretty much healed, and in my mind I am, I’m still on the road to recovery as I get back to 100 percent. I’m limited in the mobility of my ankle, and though it is improving, my flexibility still has a ways to go. I’ve had months and months to reflect on…
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Road to Boston Marathon Training
I am 6 weeks out from official Boston Marathon training. This will be my second Boston Marathon and my first race since my injury 10 ½ months ago. By the time I race it, it will have been a year and a half gap since my last one. RELATED: Taken Off Course My main goal is to run it feeling good…
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15 Best Running Gifts for 2019
It’s already time to think about gift giving! Other than the bitter cold, I love everything about Christmas season. The lights, hot chocolate, warmth of fires, the cheerfulness that comes with Christmas, and I love the idea of gift giving as a way to express our love and gratitude for each other. The gift doesn’t need to be expensive, but…
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Are You Playing to Win or Playing Not to Lose?
When I slipped on ice 10 months ago, I had no idea that was the day I would encounter a major injury, and my life would permanently change. I had no plans for that on my goals list, and it struck me hard. It was supposed to be a fun, leisurely run with one of my best running friends. The…
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Quality Time, Not Checklist Time // Daily Routine
Our lives are full of rushing from here to there and full schedules of activities or work. Our brains are on fast forward most of the time, and sometimes we forget to slow down and take the time to be intentional in our everyday tasks, responsibilities, or even fun. Daily disciplines are great and necessary as we work toward our…
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