Tag Archives: Injuries Suck

The Plank Routines That Keep Me Injury-Free

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Coco

Ever since I learned that a weak core was the source of many of my running injuries, I have integrated core work–and planks in particular–into my workout routine. I don’t enjoy the plank-a-thon approach, but I have come up with … Continue reading →

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I Am Not Fearless (What’s Beautiful)

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Coco

It’s been a few weeks since I wrote an update on my Under Armour What’s Beautiful goals. (I am working with Under Armour and Fitfluential to promote the Under Armour What’s Beautiful campaign to redefine the female athlete by setting … Continue reading →

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On The Eve Of The Lawyers Have Heart 10K

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Coco

I feel like I’ve already done an out-and-back course in the weeks leading up to the Lawyers Have Heart 10K–or least made a few u-turns. At first, I wasn’t too psyched about the race, and focused my efforts on fundraising … Continue reading →

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Cross Training Can Be Dangerous To Your Race Goals

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Coco

We all have heard about the benefits of cross-training. Well, today I am going to warn you about how cross-training can be dangerous to your race goals. Next weekend is the Lawyers Have Heart 10K. While I hate the course … Continue reading →

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Training Log: Cherry Blossom 10 Miler (Week 5)

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Coco

It hardly seems right to call this a “training log” post, but because anyone can get sick while training for a race, I will share what I managed to do despite my constant need for a tissue. Monday AM Dog … Continue reading →

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