Logging The Most Miles In The Shortest Month

Posted on March 1, 2020 by Coco

I’m not one to set monthly mileage goals, but if I did I would never expect to log the most miles in the shortest month. I’m still not sure how I ran more miles in February than I have since April. I guess my weekly 8 mile long runs, a few slightly longer weekday runs, and my long-ish run in Central Park added up and nudged me over that 70 mile mark.

Garmin Monthly Mileage DataMake plans to join the March Ultimate Coffee Date next weekend — Deborah and I will open the (link-up) doors on Friday, and keep the coffee brewing all weekend. 

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Leap Year Runfessions

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Coco

I repented of my non-running sins on Ash Wednesday, but now it’s time to cleanse my soul soles at the runfessional over at Marcia’s Healthy Slice. With an extra day in this leap year February, there’s plenty to runfess.

graphic for Runfessions Link UpThanks to Lacey and Miranda for the Fairytales and Fitness Friday Five link up.

Since this is a leap year, even though today is Friday, February 28, the first Saturday in March isn’t until next weekend, so make plans to join the March Ultimate Coffee Date then — Deborah and I will open the (link-up) doors on Friday, and keep the coffee brewing all weekend. 

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The Fast I Choose On Ash Wednesday

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Coco

I always struggle to identify something to give up for Lent that will draw me closer to God, so this year the fast I choose on Ash Wednesday is something different.

The Reassurance of Ash Wednesday

It’s my favorite day in the church calendar–Ash Wednesday. It may seem odd that such a solemn, penitent day is my favorite, but I find reassurance in the readings and prayers that remind me that God’s love and grace are as inevitable as my shortcomings and mortality.

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Bouncing Back

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Coco

After a few more late nights–but thankfully no more all-nighters–we wrapped up the work project that’s been consuming my life for the past few months. Since Wednesday, I’ve been bouncing back from the pressure of high-stakes deadlines and shortage of restful sleep.

Sunset over the Potomac River and Kennedy Center

I prefer not to be in the office at sunset, but when I am
I’m grateful for this lovely view out my window.
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Quick Dynamic Warm-Up And Post-Run Stretching Hack

Posted on February 16, 2020 by Coco

Even on days I feel like I have all the time in the world, taking time for a warm-up is not in my nature. I want to just lace up my shoes and go–and Scooby’s anxiously waiting. Then  when I finish my run, I am ready to have my coffee and get on with my day. But I know even a quick dynamic warm-up and a few minutes of post-run stretching can help fend off injuries–and that is time well spent.

quick dynamic warm-up

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