Tag Archives: Mind Games

The Great Saturday Sleep In

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Coco

This morning I had plans to do a hilly 7-8 mile run with a friend. We knew the weather was going to be dicey, but hoped the rain would be “light” like the forecasters had said. When the sound of … Continue reading →

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Who Moved My Finish Line? (Army Ten Miler)

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Coco

Did you ever read this book? Well, I didn’t, but maybe I should have to prepare for the Army Ten Miler this year. I noticed soon after I signed up that the course looked different. The last three times I ran this … Continue reading →

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Three Things Thursday: Fitness Fallacies

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Coco

Now that I’m on “the other side” of the fitness divide, I am amused by some of the things I used to believe about fitness. Exercise video “stars” stay in shape by doing their 30 minute video a few days … Continue reading →

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Knowing When To Say When

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Coco

I am usually a “no excuses,” “suck it up” and “get it done” person when it comes to my exercise routine. When my work is in overdrive, I still set my alarm for 5:00 to get in my workout–I need to … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treadmill Workout (60 Minute Bordom-Buster)

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Coco

I’ve been doing most of my runs outside lately, but when it was 74F with a dew point of 72F and 94% humidity at 5:00 am, I decided it was time to reconnect with my treadmill. I had time for a … Continue reading →

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