This past Sunday, I ran the Jeff Winter City of Lakes half marathon. I believe this race was the original Minneapolis marathon (you can read about the history of the race HERE). Then it was changed to a 25k. This year was the first year that it was changed to a half marathon. The course starts at Beard's Plaisance on Lake Harriet. It goes around Lake Harriet to Lake Calhoun back to Lake Harriet Continue Reading
Tilda Tuesday: Woofstock 2014
Last week, Tilda Tuesday was a post to let you know about the upcoming Woofstock festival. The festival is now behind us, but I thought you might enjoy some pictures from that adorable event! Woofstock was held in downtown Linden Hills at 43rd and Upton. That block was shut down to traffic for the day. All the local businesses are involved in the event, as well as a dozen different dog Continue Reading
Weekly Recap: Two Races in a Week and a Run MSP Singlet
A really short weekly recap today for you guys... I am so glad you enjoyed this morning's interview with Elizabeth Turner! I will pass along all your incredible feedback to her. She is definitely an inspiration. I loved her tips for staying mentally strong the most. I plan to try them out at the OBX marathon! I just returned from a hill workout, which probably wasn't my smartest idea after Continue Reading
Interview with an Elite: Elizabeth Turner
I have a special treat for you today- an interview with elite runner Elizabeth (Liz) Turner! Liz at the finish line of the Boston Marathon 2013 I met Liz through the Calhoun Beach Running Club, though she races with the Twin Cities Track Club and is part of the Saucony Hurricane elite team. She recently moved here from New Mexico, and she is such an enthusiastic Continue Reading
Fitting Debate: Is Long Hair or Short Hair Better…for Running?
Two years ago, I posted briefly about the fitting debate of short vs. long hair with regards to fashion. I received comments then that I should keep my hair long. One comment I remember someone sharing was, "longer hair makes you look younger, shorter hair makes you look older." At that point, I decided to keep the hair long. Yesterday, I went in for a haircut armed with a few pictures Continue Reading
Stitch Fix #4: Failed Fit…
Okay, I know the blog is more of a running blog now, but the Stitch Fix recaps still somehow are kinda popular...so even though my most recent Stitch Fix was a flop, here is the recap for your viewing pleasure/displeasure. I have tried Stitch Fix four times now (past reviews HERE, HERE, and HERE.) If you're unfamiliar with Stitch Fix, this is how it works: 1) Sign up 2) Fill out a style Continue Reading
Friday Fit Tip: Fitting Remarks from Jeff Galloway at Run n Fun.
It's time for Fit Tip Friday! Today, I'm sharing someone else's tips- that someone being Jeff Galloway. Two Thursdays ago, I attended a Jeff Galloway Meet and Greet at the Run n Fun Minneapolis store. Run n Fun Minneapolis This event began at 5 pm with shopping, snacks, and an opportunity to say hello to Jeff and take pictures. At 5:30, he began his official Continue Reading