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Racing In The Rain Book Review

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Coco

I was bummed when the weather forecast for last night and today called for rain showers (and ignored the mention of snow!). I really wanted to do a hilly neighborhood run for my last training run, and really did not … Continue reading →

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No Foolin’

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Coco

I am so ready for a new month, and April is usually a good one. April is one of the prettiest months in Washington, D.C. Dogwood and cherry blossom trees are in full bloom. Daffodils, tulips, and hyacinth add color and fragrance to … Continue reading →

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Long Slow Run

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Coco

Today I did my last long run before the GW Parkway Classic on April 10. I decided to go for 10 miles, and I decided to make a real effort to make it a “slow” run to minimize the risk … Continue reading →

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Confidence-Boosting Run

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Coco

Today was my first long run of my very personalized training plan for the GW Parkway Classic 10 miler (April 10). I was planning on a 8 mile run on the bike path, but as I got closer to the park, … Continue reading →

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Going On The Road Without Going Off Your Fitness Progam

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Coco

I am on my third out-of-town trip in so many weeks. It is harder to keep up with my fitness routine and keep my diet goals in sight when I’m traveling, but it can be done. Here are my top … Continue reading →

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