One thing you must remember when you are working to get better at running and working toward building up your mileage is that you need to fit that workout in, no matter how much time you have. If you only have 20 minutes to workout, use it. No, it might not be ideal if...
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Like I mentioned the other day, I am trying to work on getting used to being on my feet for a long period of time in preparation for the marathon. This, combined with using every muscle in my body to get stronger, will be one of the greatest challenges. As I worked out in the...
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Today was another day full of rain and wind…actually, forget rain…it was more like a torrential downpour. Thank goodness I decided to stay pretty local because part of the 405 (aka the most major north/south freeway through LA), just south of where I am, was shut down due to flooding. I saw it on...
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I dedicate this post to Shawn–she’s one of the best, and one of the most inspiring and greatest persons I know. Without her, my days would be dull and my BBM skills would not be as stellar as they are (our BBM-ing marathons are enough to put anyone’s quick-typing thumbs to shame). My initial...
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Another relaxing day off yesterday.  This is okay and works with my easing back into things. I am getting back into the lifestyle of running again and will surely be in full swing in no time. I’m not worried, and am actually enjoying getting back into this…and look forward to the process. So today, I...
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After taking a relaxing day off yesterday (which I am very grateful for, as I had plenty of work to get done), it’s right back to training this weekend! As I ease into this whole idea of training and getting a workout in 6 days of the week each week, I feel as though the...
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Goal: easy 3-4 miles Accomplishment: easy 4 miles Terrain: cement How I Felt: good, comfortable, motivated, slightly dehydrated Once again I have to head out for an all-day event today, so the best time to get my run in was the morning. And, let’s be honest for a moment here: the best time to get a run in...
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I woke up today to the sound of rain–a sound that has become quite unfamiliar to me since living on the west coast. This is only about the third time we have had rain since I have lived here…and every time, it is a novelty for me. I was looking forward to rolling out...
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So it has begun…I’ve started my training and I am in it for the long haul. I am ready to do work and accomplish my goal to finish 26.2. Yesterday and today were successful, so score 2 points for the home team! Yesterday I tied up my Easy Tones and went for a 30-minute walk. I...
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Come and be a part of one girl’s journey to run 26.2 miles. I know this is a feat many people have accomplished all over the world, and I am nothing special for wanting to do this. I decided to blog my journey for two reasons: 1) I miss writing. I don’t do it half as...
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