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I have been running since 2001, through the trials of injuries, raising teenagers, and managing a successful but stressful career. My friends, family, and faith keep me going. ~ Coco
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2023 Lawyers Have Heart 10K (D.C.)
2022 Jingle All The Way 15K (D.C.)
2022 Lawyers Have Heart 5K (D.C.)
2021 Parkway Classic 10 Miler (VA)
2019 Parkway Classic 10 Miler (VA)
2019 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run (D.C.)
2018 Jingle All The Way 15K (D.C.)
2018 Reston Perfect 10 (VA)
2018 Lawyers Have Heart 10K (D.C.)
2018 Denver Colfax Half (Denver, CO)
2018 GW Parkway Classic (Alexandria, VA)
2018 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run (D.C.)
2018 Reston 10 Miler (Reston, VA)
Tag Archives: GW Parkway Classic
Running To Beat The Line (Setting Race Goals)
I love the fitness/running/blogging community, but sometimes I have to remind myself that I am older than many of my friends in the blogosphere, and I have to stop myself from getting jealous of their “disappointing” 7-minute miles and constant … Continue reading
Comeback Treadmill Workouts
There are a few runners who really love the treadmill, and a few who will avoid it all costs, but most runners have a love-hate relationship with the treadmill. Like most runners, I am most likely to opt for the … Continue reading
Posted in Fitness, Treadmill Workouts
Tagged GW Parkway Classic, Running, Treadmill Workouts
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Why I Race
Last week Carla wrote on MizFitOnline about why she doesn’t compete in athletic events, and Roni wrote on Just Roni about why she does. I’ve been mulling the same question for a while. It’s not about the t-shirts. Or the finisher’s … Continue reading
Posted in Fitness
Tagged Army Ten Miler, Friends, GW Parkway Classic, Long Run, Mind Games, Running
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Race Recap: GW Parkway Classic 2012 (Strong & Proud)
Despite my worries and the gloomy weather forecast the weather turned out not to be the story of this race. Actually, the weather was nearly perfect for me–cool with a light drizzle. I’d much rather run under those conditions than … Continue reading
Racing Rain or Shine?!
So here we are on the eve of the GW Parkway Classic and the meteorologists are telling us that today is the nice day of the weekend, because the forecast for tomorrow calls for heavy rain. I am trying to … Continue reading
Posted in Fitness, Training Log
Tagged Friends, GW Parkway Classic, Running, Weight Training
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