Getting Back On Track Running

I woke up at 5:00 am, but didn’t get up right away. Not because I was still tired, but because it was the day I had been waiting for, the day I would test out my foot’s recovery, and see if I could get my running back on track.Track RunningSince I wasn’t sure my foot was fully healed knew my foot wasn’t fully healed, I was afraid of what would happen, and how I would take it. Yes, I’ve gotten used to my new routine of cycling and strength training, but I want to run. My fall race calendar is nagging at me, especially after this Ragnar post came across my Facebook newsfeed. Continue reading

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Five Ways I’m Staying Sane Without Running

Since I haven’t been able to run all summer, I’m skipping today’s Friday Five topic about favorite race bling and sharing five ways I’m staying sane without running. Thanks to Courtney, Mar and Cynthia for being such flexible hosts!

Staying Sane Without Running
If you saw my post from Wednesday, you know my lack of running is getting to me, but I am hanging in there. Here’s how: Continue reading

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I Want To Run

I Want To Run

When I’m not running, I notice other runners.
I am jealous of their freedom, their endorphins,
their sweat.

 I want to run.

I Want To Run
When I’m not running, I notice other runners.
I want to move my legs, use the full capacity of my lungs,
push past my mental barriers.

 I want to run.

When I’m not running, I notice other runners.
I miss my running shoes, my running friends, 
my runner’s high.

I want to run.

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See Something Say Something

“If you see something, say something.” That’s been a public safety mantra since September 11th, urging people to speak up if they see something suspicious, prodding us to act on those opportunities to avert disaster.

See Something Say Something

Clearly DHS isn’t wasting its money on graphic designers!

A few posts I’ve read this week have me wondering if the same principle should–or should not–apply to our observations about our friends. If we see something about them that raises concerns, should we say something? Continue reading

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Fitness Trends That Will Pass Me By

I think CourtneyMar and Cynthia came up with a really fun topic for this week’s Friday Five link up, and I can’t wait to see what fitness trends others plan to steer clear of.

fitness trends

I’ve learned to never say never, especially when it comes to fitness activities, but here are five fitness trends I have no plans to take part in. Continue reading

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