New USTAF 12K World Record

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Coco

Congratulations, Molly Huddle!

Yesterday I ran the inaugural .US National Road Racing Championships held in Alexandria, Virginia. I was a bit wary of running an inaugural event, but I figured the USTAF knew what it was doing, Pacers was on board to help with local logistics, and the City of Alexandria usually runs a tight ship. It turned out to be a fantastic event, and the elite runners ran record-setting races, including Molly Huddle who set a world best!

So, what made the USTAF 12K great (aside from the gorgeous sunrise)? Continue reading →

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Lessons From The Birthday I Skipped

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Coco

If you’ve heard my birthday story before, please remember and share the most important lesson: take care of yourself! 

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Three Things Thursday (Three Things I Am Loving)

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Coco

Three Things I Am Loving This Week

 Molasses drizzle on my gingerbread latte.

Cozy Athleta tops with thumbholes.

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Songs that make me sing a long.

What are you loving this week?

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ndividual Meatloaf Recipe

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Coco

Now that the weather is getting cooler, I am craving comfort food and don’t mind turning on the oven. One of my favorite things to make when I have a bit of time is my individual meatloaf recipe.

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Betting On The USTAF 12K

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Coco

Getting Ready With A New Speed Ladder Interval Routine

The last race on my calendar for 2013 is the U.S.Track and Field 12K next weekend, which is part of the U.S. National Road Racing Championships. It’s an inaugural race, which always can be risky, but since Pacers is involved I am holding out hope for a good event.

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The race runs through Alexandria, Virginia on an unusual course, so I’ve been studying the USTAF 12K route to get oriented. Continue reading →

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