From book reviews to Savannah running resources and catch-all articles, here’s a mix of information and opinion that might clutter the more educational portions of the site.
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Running Focused on Gratitude
Marathon training started 2 weeks ago. I've been a good girl, doing all the miles and supplemental work. I've already experienced a lot of feelings that I recognize as part of training: excitement, boredom, happiness, frustration, and
Favorite Find Friday: Mix and Match Workouts
Stuck in an exercise rut? Or, know you should do more than run, but are not sure what? These two Favorite Friday Finds will help you mix and match workouts. They'll teach you new things and
Mid-Run Fuel Options
Marathon fall training is here again, along with those really long, long runs. Your body stores enough glycogen (chained sugar) in your liver and muscles to fuel your run for about 90-120 minutes. After that,
Hal Higdon Plan Reviews
I used a few of the popular Hal Higdon training plans early in my career. Afterward I reviewed these free and well-balanced plans.
Book Reviews
Benefits of virtual racing (and my Zombies, Run! Race Recap)
I signed up for the Zombies, Run! Spring 2016 Virtual Race. I had never participated in a virtual race before. I didn't know the benefits of virtual racing, but this race taught me. And it's good things. In a virtual
Why interval speedwork? (and my first try)
The first time you try anything, offer yourself grace. Grace started when I got home on Speedwork Wednesday and the sun was already setting. I hadn't gotten a chance to eat much. Work left me exhausted.
Pre-training baseline 5K (race recap)
I ran the 5K in the Publix Women’s Half Marathon and 5K in Savannah, GA on Saturday. I’m starting 5K training this week, and this was my pre-training baseline 5K. I left the race excited
Zombies, Run! Virtual Race
Zombies, Run! is an immersive audio adventure/fitness app. You are "Runner 5" completing missions for your township during the zombie apocalypse! Great voice actors tell a story in between the music tracks of your favorite playlist.
Savannah Related
Running Focused on Gratitude
Marathon training started 2 weeks ago. I've been a good girl, doing all the miles and supplemental work. I've already experienced a lot of feelings that I recognize as part of training: excitement, boredom, happiness, frustration, and
Favorite Find Friday: Mix and Match Workouts
Stuck in an exercise rut? Or, know you should do more than run, but are not sure what? These two Favorite Friday Finds will help you mix and match workouts. They'll teach you new things and
Mid-Run Fuel Options
Marathon fall training is here again, along with those really long, long runs. Your body stores enough glycogen (chained sugar) in your liver and muscles to fuel your run for about 90-120 minutes. After that,