Tag Archives: Mind Games

Tackling Treadmill Tedium

Another busy Saturday here, combined with lingering snow and ice and the possibility of sleet meant another Saturday morning on the treadmill (the third week in a row, I think). After I suffered through the 10k program a few weeks … Continue reading

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Third Time’s The Charm

Today I ran the Army Ten Miler for the third time. My main goal was to not be limping or cursing over the 14th Street Bridge. Apparently the bridge is tough for many runners, because others were commiserating about it before the race. … Continue reading

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Pick a Plan, Any Plan

My “training program” for the Army Ten Miler is loose and flexible to say the least.  I plan to run three days a week, including a “long” run of 6-9 miles.  I plan to do “hill” workouts.  I plan to do … Continue reading

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Out-And-Back or Loop-de-Loop?

So much of a training program is mental.  Sure, the physical part is challenging, but you won’t get there if you don’t overcome the mental hurdles first – getting out of bed in the morning, getting dressed in workout clothes, … Continue reading

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