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@finding-a-fit-life
That was a crazy race this morning. Not much mud (good), some insane hills (not that bad) and 5 miles of trail (nope, knee pain🙅♀️). It was fun and I never want to do it again. 😆 I used up all the hot water and now, I rest with my kitty. I haven’t done a full marathon in 4 years and didn’t think I would ever do another one ever again. I’m not even really sure why I’m even doing it, but I guess it’s been long enough to forget the hard parts? Here goes nothing.
Decided to do this race instead of running boring loops around my neighborhood. So happy with how it went! Happy Sunday!
Haven’t posted in ... a LONG time. Gained about 24 lb. during my hiatus, but lost it all in the past year. Took the “after” pic in January and have lost 4 more lb. since then. Started running again in September and finished a half in San Antonio a couple of weeks ago. I’m signed up for a 10-miler this weekend and the 17.75k in a few weeks which will get me into the Marine Corps Marathon if I finish. Never thought I’d do summer marathon training again, but I’m thinking of giving it a shot just to try to stay on track during the summer. Most people prefer summer, but not me. Give me winter!
It’s been a while since I posted. Way back in January, I did the Star Wars Half Marathon in Disneyland. In April, I completed the Dark Side Half Marathon in Disney World. In May, I did the Pittsburgh Half Marathon.
I had been considering giving up halfs and I did. Life happened and I had to help my mom move for a few weeks in May and that threw off any training I was doing and I just never picked it back up again. I have had a great time this summer sleeping in and spending time with my girls so no regrets. Now, as fall approaches and they go back to school, I am slowly getting back to the gym and running. I'm not sure where I'll go from here and I may not do half-marathons again, but I'll at least be more active than I have been. It was nice to have a break, but I’m ready to start anew.
Two weeks ago, I finished the Star Wars Half-Marathon in Disneyland. I am training for the Dark Side Half-Marathon in April and am considering retiring from half-marathons after that.
I wish I had more holiday cheer right now but my father passed away on December 4th from the cancer he fought for over a year. I miss him so much and running has taken a back seat to consoling myself with the cookies people have sent along with their sympathies. And yet, I'm better than I was a week ago so hopefully, I will find a place of peace and remembrance to replace the deep sadness I feel now.
Another Finish over the weekend at the Annapolis Running Classic. My calf is still not 100% and the second half of the course was hilly so it wasn't great for me, but I'm glad to have finished and have it behind me. Next race is a 4-miler on New Year's Eve and the Star Wars Half in January. Unfortunately, my father is very sick so training hasn't been my focus, but I'm trying to take it day by day.
Running the Anthem Family Fitness in Richmond, VA this past Saturday with a friend. I have a calf injury, so it was slow going, but we still had a great time and loved the course. Next up ... the Annapolis Classic Half Marathon on Saturday.
I had a great time at the Across the Bay 10k two weeks ago. I did the Richmond half this past Saturday and have the Annapolis Classic half coming up this coming Saturday. Busy. Whew!
I'm IN ...
for both the Star Wars Half-marathon Disneyland and the Dark Side Half-marathon Disney World. Now, I suppose I'd better get it together and do some running.
Long time no post. I had a tough summer with Achilles an hip pain so I had to significantly scale back training, but I tried to do the bare minimum so that I could make it to Bird-in-Hand. I feel great now and finished the race, but I'm in terrible shape. Now that my girls are back in school, it's time to get back at it. Above is me on the right along with my running buddy. I swear we didn't plan the outfits.
In June 13, I did the Hatfield McCoy Double Half Marathon in Kentucky and West Virginia. Basically, it's a marathon. I had a great time despite the heat and hills. Last week, I was set to do the Catamount Half in Vermont but it was cancelled due to flood risk. I'm struggling a little with some hip and Achilles pain so I'm glad to be taking a race break until September.
Bodypump and elliptical to start the day.
Yesterday, I did the Historic Half in Fredericksburg, VA. It was incredibly humid and more hilly than I prefer but I ran with a friend and we finished. I think once was enough for that race though. It was a tough one!
How could I forget? I finally got my second tattoo yesterday! I got the 13.1 tattoo after my first half-marathon - The Disney Princess. The fleur de lis is for my first marathon last April - Paris! Someone asked me if I was getting one to represent my daughters. I'd love to, but I'm such a pain wimp. I hear the ankles hurt more than most places, but I don't know ...
This week ...
It's was amusing trying to run a couple of days ago. I managed 1.66 miles before I gave up and walked home. My legs felt like I was dragging sandbags. I guess I defeated the Flying Pig, but he didn't go out without a fight and I need some recovery time. I've also been rungry like food is going out of style. I went to yoga yesterday and even that was an effort. Had a burger for dinner which usually kills the overwhelming hunger once and for all. Trying another short run today.
I had such an amazing time at the Flying Pig Half Marathon in Cincinnati over the weekend. It was over an 8 hour drive from D.C. but it wasn’t too bad considering I had great company with some running friends. It ended up being a great girl weekend.
We arrived late Friday so we just got a bottle of wine at the hotel before crashing. Saturday we managed - shopping, a Cinco de Mayo festival, massages at a spa, the expo and a Brazilian steakhouse (my first time!).
Sunday, I was up bright and early for the race. I didn’t head over super early so there wasn’t much waiting before we were off! I ran the first 6 miles before starting 45/30 intervals from miles 6-10 to handle the hills. I was glad to get to mile 10 where it was all downhill and flat and was running in the mid 9s. Fast for me and fun! The crowd support was wonderful and I had such a great time despite the tough course. I’m surprised I ran as well as I did on the hills. I feel like adding cross-training has done me some good. Happy to see progress!
After showering and checking out of the hotel, we had a wonderful brunch before the long ride back home. I managed 4 hours of sleep before having to be up for work.
Next race - Historic Half in Fredericksburg, VA in two weeks!