Learning how and when to cross-train is one of the most important parts of exercising. I have learned during my experiences as an athlete that cross-training is not only effective in helping to build a stronger core and get you in better physical shape overall, but it also helps keep you injury free. My knees...
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Goal: 5 miles. Accomplishment: 5 miles (okay, maybe just slightly more, but for all practical purposes it was 5 miles). Feeling: tired and a bit sore. Temperature: cool and breezy. Terrain: paved path along the beach. Apparel: Nike tank and Under Armour shorts. Shoes: Sauconys. I ran in my trusty Sauconys for quite some time,...
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There are only a few more whole days left until this weekend’s 10K, which means keeping on top of my plan is crucial if I want to finish strong…and of course, I want to finish strong. I have not done an interval workout in a long time, and finally I feel that I have built...
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I went out to lunch with a co-worker and had pasta for lunch, figuring a nice carb dish would be beneficial for a run later in the day. Let’s not even mention how delicious the pasta was! After feeling rather exhausted all day, I fit a solid four mile run in around 6pm. Chris and...
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Weekends usually bring long runs but after a few longer runs this past week, I needed to work on my body and allow it to recover correctly. After a fabulous time at a Friday night wrap party in Hollywood (I know, I’m so fancy…right?! ha), I knew I would not be waking up for the...
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Today is a rest and recover day for me. After pushing the limit with a 9.75 mile workout, and going another 4 miles yesterday, I wanted to be sure to allow my body time to rest and recover. I had some errands to run today so I got my walking in that way. I also...
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Yes, I was a bit sore today from yesterday’s long run. Yes, I drank a ton of water today. No, that was not going to stop me today. I had a productive day – did some shopping with my friend, went out for a most delicious lunch, took a cat nap, and then met everyone...
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Lately, I have been watching The Today show, and it is true, I have become a fan. Just yesterday they were talking fact/myth about different health type ideas. One of them was that if you drink a cup of coffee about an hour before you run, you will have more energy. Apparently, this is...
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I was ready to go for a run outside today, but then after getting ready and grabbing my iPod Shuffle (new playlist just added), I realized my Shuffle was not charged. Oh well…I could go without music. Then, I stepped outside and it had just started to rain again. I knew if I decided...
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Last night, I went out with the three coolest people I have met in California to see Pee Wee Herman Live – Chris, Kelly, and Jeremy.  I mention this because I met my new friend through running. We all run for different reasons, but the fact of the matter is that we run for...
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