Monthly Archives: September 2011

Lone Wolf or Part of a Pack?

My husband and I are very different runners. While he is happy doing his training runs alone, I have come to the conclusion that I need a crowd. While I enjoy running on my own and having time to clear … Continue reading

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Marathon Profile: Chicago Marathon

Tonight I was looking for a fall marathon to profile and since it is taking place next weekend I came up with the Chicago Marathon. Unfortunately, if you have not already registered for this one you are out of look … Continue reading

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Tonight’s Speedwork

Tonight was my first round of speedwork as part of my training for the Philadelphia Marathon. The start of speedwork means that I have passed the halfway point in my training. It also means that there is still a lot of work … Continue reading

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Today’s Long Run

If you have read this blog before then you are likely familiar with the fact that my weekend runs tend to lead to unexpected adventures due to the fact I run with my two year old in her Chariot most … Continue reading

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Saturday Stories

It is Saturday, meaning that once again it is time for Saturday Stories consisting of some of my favourite blog posts and articles from the past week. As always, if you came across anything this week you feel is worthy … Continue reading

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Week 8 of Training for the Philadelphia Marathon

I have reached the halfway point of my training! Week 8 of my 16 week training program will come to an end after tomorrow’s run. Week 8 has been another solid week of training. This week called for 54 miles, … Continue reading

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See Mommy Run

This past Sunday, I ran the Army Run 5K with my sister. It was a great race, really well organized and a great course. The weather was beautiful – clear and cool. So, how did I do? I reasonably pleased … Continue reading

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Marathon Profile: Polar Circle Marathon

The search for a unique marathon to profile tonight led me to one that bills itself as the “coolest marathon on earth”. Tonight’s profile is of the Polar Circle Marathon which takes place in Greenland. The Polar Circle Marathon takes … Continue reading

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Next Steps

Now that the Army Run is out of the way the next big date on my running calendar for me is the Philadelphia Marathon on the 20th of November. I had not planned on registering for any other races before … Continue reading

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Army Run Half-Marathon

Today was my second attempt at being a pace bunny, the first was in last year’s Army Run 5km race. This year I moved up to the half marathon and my task was a 1:50 run/walk. I was downtown pretty … Continue reading

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