This week was a nice, slow return to running and CrossFitting. This is the first time in several years that I have been running without races on the horizon. It definitely means that I’m approaching my running differently, but I’m having a great time so. … Read the rest
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The Year Without a Turkey Trot
Every November, Americans are bombarded with advertisements and commercials. We’re encouraged to buy everything from stocking stuffers to new cars, and in the middle of all of it are the turkey trots. The inaugural turkey trot took place in Buffalo, New York in 1896! … Read the rest
Staying Motivated to Workout Alone
When I first started running, my only motivation was to beat my mom in the half-marathon. And honestly, I very quickly enlisted the help of a few friends who were already running. Initially, I hated running on my own. It was back in the days of iPods, and I just didn’t feel confident in tracking mileage and planning running routes all on my own. … Read the rest