Since I have been banned from doing night trails for a bit because of last weeks fall, I decided to spice things up by running on a trail I have never explored before by MYSELF. There really is something about the unknown that entices me to seek that adventure. It brought me back to my trip to Australia where I went on a hike alone to The Three Sisters Mountain. What a beautiful experience! Continue reading “Steamtown Marathon Training 2016: Week 4 – Montauk Getaway Fun Times with The O’Connells and My Sister”
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Steamtown Marathon Training 2016: Week 3 – Dr. Mama to the Rescue
This week’s training highlights included an exciting trail run on the evening of this month’s full moon, which turned out to be a bit more perilous than one would have imagined. Dark, challenging, exhilarating and now I can add dangerous to the equation. Continue reading “Steamtown Marathon Training 2016: Week 3 – Dr. Mama to the Rescue”
Steamtown Marathon Training: Week 1 Complete
Check out the highs and lows of this week’s Steamtown Marathon training. Here are some great tips to help you prepare for your next race. Continue reading “Steamtown Marathon Training: Week 1 Complete”
Let the Marathon Training Begin: Start Date July
The girl is back!!! Yes, the day is finally here where I begin my marathon training with Roger Aspholm, my coach, for the Steamtown Marathon in Scranton, PA. The photograph above was taken a few days before my surgery. I would like to have officially started my training in June. My body was not ready for the intense workouts that are required, especially after my surgery… not to mention the sacrifices I have to make to put the time in for the training. In the end, the sense of accomplishment and the proud look in my kids eyes when I bring home a plaque makes it all worth it. Continue reading “Let the Marathon Training Begin: Start Date July”
Top 3 Benefits of Trail Running
If you picked up running during the course of your life, you know the benefits physically and mentally that are attributed to this amazing sport. Like most repetitious activities, you may need a little something to spice up the routine. I am always on the hunt for my next adventure and I have discovered one that gets your heart racing, mind focused and your vision stimulated… Trail Running! Continue reading “Top 3 Benefits of Trail Running”
Who Is She…
She is the one that motivates me. She is the one that inspires me. She is the one that pushes me to succeed. She is always there and will never let me down. We have been flying in the sky since my feet began to run. She helps to keep me focused. She helps me reach that high. Continue reading “Who Is She…”