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I used to run only in the spring and fall, in the spring to ramp up my fitness fast after a long winter and in the fall because well it got easier by then. And let me tell you I was dramatic about it, it's too hot! The cold burns my lungs, I was like... Continue Reading →
This post will be more personal than I would like but it's that important! Please, please read this if your thinking about getting started on a fitness routine, you won't find this candour in a lot of places. The pervasive idea of get up, get moving and no pain no gain can be dangerous. So... Continue Reading →
Yup, I'm that girl! I want to look cute or at least sweaty cute in my pics in case I want to profile them. To a point anyway, keep your expectations realistic though. I have some tips for at least knowing where the photos might be and even some race day make-up tips too. It's... Continue Reading →
So I decided I think I'm going for it. I'm making the jump from sprint to olympic. This time a lot of thought went into the decision and I'm going to be starting a series here on my progress tips and tricks I've learned in previous years and my training program as I progress. It's... Continue Reading →
Depending on where you are spring is almost here, or here or coming soon you hope. Here it seems to have arrived a month ahead of schedule, this week anyway. Pinterest is turning back to running tips and gardening ideas, again for me at least. So this got me thinking about my upcoming race season... Continue Reading →
Is it just 53? It might be more than 53. Either have a laugh at us delusional runners or know that you are in fact normal. I had bad shin splints when I first started 15 years ago and less so after long breaks. 7 stitches in my right foot, and runners knee usually... Continue Reading →
So your a fresh faced new runner or one that's hardened by many miles pounding the pavement or trails. Either way there's probably something here you haven't read before. None of the tips below are the crap you read in every single printerest pin. Yes hills and speed work are important, wear some sunscreen for your... Continue Reading →
Snappy title right? But obviously internet hyperbole for views right? Wrong! It's that time of year where a lot of you are resolving to get fit loose weight and look better in your clothes and bathing suit. But I know that being fit has allowed me to save at least 2 lives and possibly dozens... Continue Reading →
Sweat Sweetly 