Tag Archives: Running

Love Your Lady Parts At The Race To End Women’s Cancer

When I was asked the support the National Race To End Women’s Cancer, I wanted to say no because 5Ks are not my favorite race distance. But when I thought more about the cause it supports, I knew I had … Continue reading

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The Thousand Dollar Chicago Lakefront Long RunĀ 

Last week I had a quick business trip to Chicago, arriving Thursday evening for a conference Friday and heading home Friday night. As usual, I packed my running gear, but when I woke up to steady rain Friday morning I … Continue reading

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Throwing Caution To The Wind

When I was  sidelined from running I promised myself that I would be smart about my comeback, take things slowly, and continue with my strength training. Even though I didn’t hurt myself running, I know that coming back too fast too soon … Continue reading

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How I Failed Math At The Track

I’ve been running at the track to give my foot a flat, cushioned surface as I recover from the hiking injury that had me sidelined all summer, and have been surprised at how much math I am doing — or am … Continue reading

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Making A Comeback From Injury

After I decided to make the Beat The Deadline 5K my comeback race, the organizers gave me an opportunity to give away another race entry. I polled my Moms Run This Town group for someone else making a comeback from … Continue reading

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