This is the running happy face you hope to achieve at all races, right? Well, today, I’m linking up with the DC Trifecta to run down memory lane with my 5 favorite race memories. Thanks for hosting Cynthia, Mar and Courtney! 1.) My first half marathon was so tough, yet so rewarding. After having Cora, I fell back into my running groove thanks to my friend Caitlin. After running a 10k together, we decided we could tackle a half… and {Read More}
My First Marathon
Back in March, I locked myself in my office for two and a half hours. With sweaty palms and a nervous pit in my stomach, I refreshed the internet browser over and over again. Little did I know that the the moments following the frantic typing of my credit card information, I would officially be registered for one of my biggest undertakings of 2013, my very first marathon. I think some of my family and friends thought I was bonkers. {Read More}
Marathon Training: Week #7
Marathon Training Week #7 felt much better than Week #6 but wanted to take it pretty easy with Hood to Coast happening next weekend! Next week (Week #8) was supposed to be a cut-back week but I ended up swapping that to this week (Week #7) instead because of my race commitments. All in all, I am happy with the week despite the extra rest. MON: REST TUES: 2 Miles WED: 30 Minutes Elliptical and Core THURS: 6 Miles FRI: {Read More}