Runners are a unique bunch. We have some quirky habits that we don't even realize are quirky until someone "from the outside" points them out. Here are just a few: You wear your running clothes to bed to save time getting dressed for a morning run You make up elaborate stories to get out of work/family/other obligations when in reality you just need(want) to go for a run. Two words: Continue Reading
Weekly Recap: 8 Weeks Until the Boston Marathon!
The above picture is from a morning run this week...The sun is starting to come out earlier! Spring is on its way :) With spring comes the Boston Marathon. Only 8 weeks to go! When I look forward on my Final Surge schedule, it's a little intimidating. So. Much. Running. I just have to take it one day/one workout at a time. In terms of tune-up races, I am doing the Hot Dash 10 miler on Continue Reading
Fit Tip Friday: All About Hill Workouts
Hill repeats are an excellent way for runners to build strength and improve their speed. Hills make us better runners. Hills are our friends! Often times a marathon is advertised as "flat" as a reason to register. But some of the best marathons are the hilly ones. The hillier marathons are usually the most beautiful. Embrace the hills by preparing for them! Yet hill workouts aren’t just for Continue Reading
Weekly Recap: 9 Weeks Until Boston!
Is winter coming to an end? I sure hope so! I'm ready for spring...and for the Boston Marathon in nine weeks! Here's my recap of marathon training: Monday: Still in Big Sky. Dustin and I ran 7 hilly miles outside before hitting the slopes one last time (about 9:10 min/mile.) Tuesday: Our flight from Bozeman to Minneapolis was at 5:45 am- eeks! After we returned home, I crashed for a few Continue Reading
Guest Post: The FlyFeet 21 Day Challenge by Monica
I have a fun guest post for you today from my friend Monica; she's the "mom" of this little cutie that we often dog-sit (the one on the right.) She just finished the Fly Feet Running 21 Day Challenge, and she's here to tell you all about this awesome program! Fly Feet 21 day Challenge “Give us 21 days, and we’ll give you the tools to get in the best shape of your Continue Reading
Weekly Recap: 10 Weeks Until the Boston Marathon & a Trip to Big Sky!
Wow, only 10 weeks until the Boston Marathon! Training is flying by. This week was a huge cutback week as I went on a ski trip to Montana with my sister, her husband, her husband's sister and husband, and Dustin, of course. It was a blast, but we didn't squeeze in a ton of running. Here's how it all worked out: Monday: 7 miles easy with my friend Christie before work, 9:05 min/mile Continue Reading
Fits Do Product Reviews: The Oiselle Spandos Jane Bra
Isn't this sports bra the most beautiful one you've ever seen? It's the Oiselle Spandos Jane Bra. I just love the pattern. It comes in several other fun colors, but the "Red Waves" pictured above was by far my favorite. I have worn this new bra for several runs and its quite supportive. The straps are adjustable, which is fantastic. Unlike some of the other Oiselle bras that come in regular Continue Reading