Category Archives: Mantras

Originally posted on PUT THAT IN MY FACE.:
It’s not a question. It’s a declaration. But it could also be a question. My shoes, thrown aimlessly upon the floor, recovering from their last bout on the terrain, are reminders that I must go again. Why run. To be fit. To look good naked. To wear…

Get Pumped Up and 5 Days.

This morning’s run…3.5 mile loop sans the Garmin with my running buddy in the park. I never get tired of this view. It was so nice not running with my watch this morning. Since I am tapering for the race this weekend I just plan to do some relaxed, data free runs this week inContinue reading “Get Pumped Up and 5 Days.”

Inhale, Exhale.

Hello! Hope your day is getting off to a good start. My morning was filled with a little spinnin’ and some runnin’ and gunnin’. It has been a power packed morning. I made a smoothie to put my gear in drive…some fruits, nonfat plain greek yogurt, green tea and honey for a little sweetness. BlendedContinue reading “Inhale, Exhale.”

I Have No Shame and Running to Win.

Well hey hey, it’s Friday! I hope you have some fun planned for the weekend. I will be going to my work Christmas party on Saturday and then gearing up to run the Dallas Half Marathon on Sunday! It will be the 3rd time I’ve done this race in the past few years, except theContinue reading “I Have No Shame and Running to Win.”

Decorating with Glitter.

This morning’s run…a quick 30 minute jaunt on the treadmill while watching the news. I am really enjoying this taper week and the shorter runs have been a nice break…also allows me to get to work ON TIME for once and get some things done! I will be gone for a week so I haveContinue reading “Decorating with Glitter.”

Marinate On It.

Just a little something to marinate on for the weekend… “Don’t ever let someone tell you, you can’t do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you got to protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they want to tell you you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period.” ~The PursuitContinue reading “Marinate On It.”

Last minute tips.

With the arrival of fall comes the excitement of lots of 26.2 races on the horizon! I have a few friends that will be rocking Chi-town, Portland, Twin Cities and other marathons this upcoming weekend. Your training has come to a close and you are tapering and getting your mind right for the big day!Continue reading “Last minute tips.”