Having some time off due to the coronavirus, I thought I would write a little mini-series of short blog posts (how I think blogs were intended to be, yet I usually end up with full length articles). Of all the things that could come to mind to write about, the first was beer. Possibly, becauseContinue reading “For the Runner (or anyone) who Loves Beer”
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A Spirit with a Vision is a Dream with a Mission
I often feel compelled to write about topics that aren’t running-related, but I convince myself I have to stick to the “theme” of my blog. But life is multi-faceted and writing about running isn’t that much fun if it’s the only thing you write about and deny yourself the opportunity to write about other meaningfulContinue reading “A Spirit with a Vision is a Dream with a Mission”
SMC 30 FOR 30 (Get It?)
I’m turning 30 tomorrow. I’m one of the last of my closest friends, so it doesn’t feel like a very big deal. Honestly, the most upsetting thing is moving into a more competitive age bracket for races. 30-34 here I come! I’m pretty excited for my 30’s. My 20’s consistently brought big life moments andContinue reading “SMC 30 FOR 30 (Get It?)”
RUNomalous: The Train Less Approach
I ran two marathons this year. Yuengling Shamrock in March (3:22:46) and Chicago Marathon two weeks ago (3:26:03). That is the first time I’ve ever run two marathons in a 12-month period. And I did it using a “train less” approach. Let me give you some history. Back when I was in college I ran threeContinue reading “RUNomalous: The Train Less Approach”
Pre-Marathon Routine: 15 Tips for the Final Week
I’m running the Chicago Marathon on Sunday! That means this is my race prep week and as a creature of habit I go about it in a very particular way. I’ve decided to share my top five tips for the week prior, day prior, and morning of a marathon. They are tried and true forContinue reading “Pre-Marathon Routine: 15 Tips for the Final Week”
